A practical guide for enteral nutrition from the Korean Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition: Part I. prescribing enteral nutrition orders
- Author:
Ye Rim CHANG
1
;
Bo-Eun KIM
;
In Seok LEE
;
Youn Soo CHO
;
Sung-Sik HAN
;
Eunjung KIM
;
Hyunjung KIM
;
Jae Hak KIM
;
Jeong Wook KIM
;
Sung Shin KIM
;
Eunhee KONG
;
Ja Kyung MIN
;
Chi-Min PARK
;
Jeongyun PARK
;
Seungwan RYU
;
Kyung Won SEO
;
Jung Mi SONG
;
Minji SEOK
;
Eun-Mi SEOL
;
Jinhee YOON
;
Jeong Meen SEO
;
Author Information
- Publication Type:Special Article
- From: Annals of Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism 2025;17(1):3-8
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Purpose:This study aimed to develop a comprehensive practical guide for enteral nutrition (EN) designed to enhance patient safety and reduce complications in Korea. Under the leadership of the Korean Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (KSPEN), the initiative sought to standardize EN procedures, improve decision-making, and promote effective multidisciplinary communication.
Methods:The KSPEN EN committee identified key questions related to EN practices and organized them into seven sections such as prescribing, delivery route selection, formula preparation, administration, and quality management. Twenty-one experts, selected based on their expertise, conducted a thorough literature review to formulate evidence-based recommendations. Drafts underwent peer review both within and across disciplines, with final revisions completed by the KSPEN Guideline Committee. The guide, which will be published in three installments, addresses critical elements of EN therapy and safety protocols.
Results:The practical guide recommends that EN orders include detailed elements and advocates the use of electronic medical records for communication. Standardized prescription forms and supplementary safety measures are outlined. Review frequency is adjusted according to patient condition—daily for critically ill or unstable patients and as dictated by institutional protocols for stable patients. Evidence indicates that adherence to these protocols reduces mortality, complications, and prescription errors.
Conclusion:The KSPEN practical guide offers a robust framework for the safe delivery of EN tailored to Korea’s healthcare context. It emphasizes standardized protocols and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve nutritional outcomes, patient safety, and operational efficiency. Rigorous implementation and monitoring of adherence are critical for its success.
