Short bowel syndromeoften results inmalabsorption, requiringtotal parenteral nutrition (TPN)for adequate caloric and nutrient intake—especially during periods of stress, weight loss, or infection whenenteral tolerance is reduced.
“Children with significant bowel resection may require TPN to meet metabolic needs during acute illness or poor enteral tolerance.”
(Referenced from CCRN Pediatric – Direct Care: Gastrointestinal, Malabsorption and TPN Management)
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