A Multidisciplinary Approach to Home Enteral Nutrition

Abstract

Identifying patients who may benefit from home enteral nutrition support, managing the tube feeding regimen, and coordinating patient follow‐up present unique challenges and opportunities for the health care team. The Geisinger Clinic of the Penn State Geisinger Health System, Danville, Pennsylvania, assembled a multidisciplinary team comprising a dietitian, a nurse, a social worker, and a physician to address the concerns of patients receiving home enteral nutrition. A coordinated effort among the patient, caregivers, and health care team is essential for the successful discharge and management of home enteral nutrition patients.