Neonatal parenteral nutrition

Quality statements

Statement 1 Preterm and term babies who are prescribed neonatal parenteral nutrition are started on a standardised bag.

Statement 2 Preterm and term babies who are prescribed neonatal parenteral nutrition receive it through bags, infusion sets and syringes that are protected from light.

Statement 3 Parents and carers of preterm and term babies receiving neonatal parenteral nutrition have regular opportunities to discuss their baby's nutritional care with healthcare professionals.

Statement 4 Preterm and term babies receiving neonatal parenteral nutrition are cared for by healthcare professionals who have access to a specialist nutritional multidisciplinary team.