TPN at Medical Drugs Glossary
What is TPN? Total parenteral nutrition. A form of nutrition that is delivered into a vein. TPN does not use the digestive system. It may be given to people who are unable to absorb nutrients through the intestinal tract because of vomiting that wont stop, severe diaMedical Term & Definition Added By: Ellie
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