Approach to Parenteral Nutrition (for GI SPRs) (LLL Live Module Topic 9)
Date: 23rd November 2019 from 9am to 1.30pm
Faculty for the day
The faculty included: Professor Alastair Forbes (TLLL certified; Professor of Medicine and Director of Clinical Research in Norwich Medical School at the University of East Anglia, UK), Dr. Karen Boland (Chair and Consultant Gastroenterologist), Dr. Cara Dunne (Consultant Gastroenterologist), and Ms. Carmel O’Hanlon (TLLL certified; Clinical Specialist Dietitian). The faculty was supported by: Martina Smyth (IrSPEN Administrator), Ms. Fiona Rafferty (IrSPEN Education Committee) and Ms. Cathie Kearns (RCPI).
Overview of the day
This programme was run by IrSPEN (Irish Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism) in association with RCPI (Royal College of Physician of Ireland) and in accordance with ESPEN LLL guidance. The course took place in RCPI Kildare Street, Dublin, on the morning of the 23rd November 2019. Topics covered included:
- Indications and Contraindications for Parenteral Nutrition.
- Techniques of Parenteral Nutrition.
- Compounding and Ready-to-use Preparation of PN: Pharmaceutical Aspects.
- Monitoring and Complications of PN.
After the four modules, there were two interactive case studies, followed by a test quiz. A total of 30 Gastroenterology Specialist Registrars took part in the day. Of these, 29 participants took the test and 100% passed. Each participant who passed the test was eligible for 4 LLL CME credits and was given a Course Certificate. Participants also received RCPI CME credits.
Feedback
There was a very good turnout on the day with good participation from all attendees. Evaluation forms showed that the majority of respondents rated the course quality as excellent and useful to their practice. Participants enjoyed the course – particularly the live presentations (rather than the video).