Evaluate the Effectiveness of a Self Instructional Module Regarding Knowledge on Total Parenteral Nutrition for Staff Nurses

Background and Purpose of The Study:

Total parenteral nutrition (TPN), a form of central venous nutrition therapy, used when the patient needs intensive nutritional support for an extended period. Is an exciting therapeutic intervention for the critically ill patient, as well as for the patient with permanent small bowel dysfunction requiring long-term nutrition support. Nurses must play a vital role in supporting optimal response to parenteral nutrition therapy, minimizing complications.

Keywords: self instruction module,total parenteral nutrition,staff nurse,purposive  sampling