A.S.P.E.N. Statement on Parenteral Nutrition Standardization

In response to questions regarding use of standardized parenteral nutrition (PN) formulations, the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (A.S.P.E.N.) developed a Task Force to address some of these issues. A.S.P.E.N. envisions standardized PN as a broader issue rather than simply usi...

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Published in:JPEN. Journal of parenteral and enteral nutrition 2007-09, Vol.31 (5), p.441-448
Main Authors: Kochevar, Marty, Guenter, Peggi, Holcombe, Beverly, Malone, Ainsley, Mirtallo, Jay
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Clinical Pharmacy Information Systems
Consumer Product Safety
Dietetics - standards
Drug Compounding - standards
Food, Formulated - standards
Humans
Medical Order Entry Systems
Nutritional Requirements
Parenteral Nutrition - standards
Patient Care Team
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United States
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Summary:In response to questions regarding use of standardized parenteral nutrition (PN) formulations, the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (A.S.P.E.N.) developed a Task Force to address some of these issues. A.S.P.E.N. envisions standardized PN as a broader issue rather than simply using a standardized, commercially available PN product. A standardized process for PN must be explored in order to improve patient safety and clinical appropriateness, and to maximize resource efficiency. A standardized process may include use of standardized PN formulations (including standardized, commercial PN products) but also includes aspects of ordering, labeling, screening, compounding, and administration of PN. A safe PN system must exist which minimizes procedural incidents and maximizes the ability to meet individual patient requirements. Using clinicians with nutrition support therapy expertise will contribute to that safe PN system. The purpose of this statement is to present the published literature associated with standardized PN formulations, to provide recommendations, and to identify areas in need of future research. In response to questions regarding use of standardized parenteral nutrition formulations, A.S.P.E.N. developed a statement to present the published literature associated with standardized PN formulations, to provide recommendations, and to identify areas in need of future research.
ISSN:0148-6071
1941-2444
DOI:10.1177/0148607107031005441