This article describes how to identify which cancer patients would benefit from this therapy and how to ensure it is safely and correctly administered in the home setting” Murray and Mehta (2018).
Abstract:
Patients who experience intestinal failure as a result of advanced malignancy can be supported with parenteral nutrition in their own home (HPN). This article describes how to identify which cancer patients would benefit from this therapy and how to ensure it is safely and correctly administered in the home setting.
Reference:
Murray, K. and Mehta, S. (2018) Home parenteral nutrition for patients with intestinal failure due to advanced cancer. Home parenteral nutrition for patients with intestinal failure due to advanced cancer. British Journal of Nursing. 27(Sup4a). February 20th. [epub ahead of print].
https://doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2018.27.Sup4a.S1