Knowledge regarding Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) among the ICU Nurses in Selected Hospital of Pune City Mistry Manisha Vikrant Asst. Professor, Symbiosis College of Nursing (SCON), Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune Online published on 19 August, 2019. Abstract Aims and Objectives This study was conducted to assess the knowledge regarding Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) among the ICU nurses Background Although there is increasing awareness about the Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) it is an area that needs exploration. Design This study was descriptive with quantitative approach. Methods 22 staff nurses were selected using non-probability purposive sampling and were administered with a structured questionnaire Results The nurses had adequate knowledge about the TPN. Conclusions This study indicates that regular in-service education will keep the nurses updated and make them more competent in dealing with the clients requiring TPN. Relevance to Clinical Practice The study re-iterated that Nurses are suitable team members for continuous nutritional care and therefore must be always involved in direct patient care. Top Keywords Knowledge, Total parenteral nutrition, TPN, Nurses, ICU. Top |