Nutrient Pack

[mayennaise]

what is a 'Nutrient Pack' as prescribed by a doctor? Given to my 80 yera old MIL today as she isn't eating and is worried that her diet is very restricted.

tia.

[sandyRoe]

It might contain something like Complan which is bland and easily digestible.

[woofgang]

is your MIL in hospital or at home?

[pixie373]

Maybe Ensure/Fortisip type drinks which contain vitamins and minerals.

[woofgang]

If its in hospital, it could be a feed that goes straight into the bloodstream via a needle which is why I asked.

[mayennaise]

She's at home and a breast/bone cancer sufferer undergoing monthly infusions of zometa + various painkillers and morphine patches. Shes always been 'portly' but in the last few months has lost her appetite and consequently a fair amount of weight, saying she feels sick after a small amount of food.

[woofgang]

has she got a permanent line in for the infusions? Its possible to give nutrition through that line and can work wonders to make the patient feel better....sadly not to cure them though.

[mayennaise]

No permanent line - they have to 'stab' (her words) her each time

[woofgang]

The plan might be to give it along with the next infusion if it is an IV feed. I think you really need to ask he doc.

[mayennaise]

her GP has prescribed it - the pharmacy is delivering it/them to her tomorrow has they had none in stock tonight. They told she can pick and choose her favourites for the next prescription !

[woofgang]

sounds like its not IV then :)