NURSING CARE IN TOTAL PARENTERAL NUTRITION: PREVENTING METABOLIC COMPLICATIONS IN CRITICALLY ILL PATIENTS

Abstract

This study analyzes the importance of nursing care in the administration of total parenteral nutrition (TPN), with a focus on preventing metabolic complications in critically ill patients. Through a systematic review of scientific articles published since 2020, the most common complications associated with TPN were identified, including hyperglycemia, electrolyte imbalances, and liver dysfunction. The research highlights the crucial role of nursing staff in the continuous monitoring of nutritional and metabolic status, as well as in implementing appropriate interventions in coordination with the multidisciplinary team. The findings show that evidence-based nursing care is essential for minimizing risks, improving patient recovery, and optimizing institutional resources—ultimately contributing to safer, more effective, and humanized care.