ENTERAL Vs. PARENTERAL nutrition💉🩺 🍴 Enteral Nutrition Inserted directly into the stomach or GI tract (NG tube, PEG tube, J tube) Enteral = Eat (food goes right into the stomach) Used when the GI tract is functional but the patient cannot consume food by mouth 💉 Parenteral Nutrition Administered through an IV, PICC, or central line. Parenteral = Peripheral (bypasses the GI tract) When the GI tract doesn’t absorb, process, or function properly #nursingschool #nurseinthemaking #studentnurse #B

Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) pharmacists play a crucial role in preparing specialized nutritional solutions for patients who are unable to eat. They collaborate closely with doctors and dietitians to formulate custom blends of proteins, vitamins, minerals, sugars, and fats tailored to meet the specific needs of each patient. In today's 50 Years with 50 Facts, here's a glimpse behind the scenes at these unsung heroes in action! #PantaiHospitalKualaLumpur #PHKL #PHKL50thAnniversary #phkl50with