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Manitoba Home Nutrition Program

The Manitoba Home Nutrition Program (MHNP) team, consisting of a dietitian, nurse, physician and pharmacist, provides training, monitoring and support to children and adults who require home nutrition support.
For additional information of concern to the health care professional, click here.
For additional information see 'commonly asked questions' or feel free to contact the Manitoba Home Nutrition Program at:

Isabel M Stewart Building             
 Room NA448-700 McDermot Street
 Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0T2          
Phone: (204) 787-1831                
Fax: (204) 787-1647                    
  E-mail: mhnp@exchange.hsc.mb.ca

Commonly asked Questions:

  1. What is the MHNP?
  2. Who are we?
  3. What is tube feeding?
  4. What is TPN?
  5. What is Hydration?
  6. Where do I get my supplies?
  7. Who do I call if I have a problem with my tube feedings, TPN or HT?
  8. Who will monitor my tube feedings, TPN or HT?

1.What is the MHNP?

The Manitoba Home Nutrition Program (MHNP) is a program which helps people manage their own tube feedings, total parenteral nutrition (TPN) or intravenous (IV) hydration at home. The MHNP is available to individuals of all ages throughout Manitoba.

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2.Who are we?

The MHNP team includes physicians, dietitians, nurses and pharmacists. The team will work with you to make sure your nutritional needs are met and will also decide with you the best method for feeding at home. Team members will also teach you how to give yourself the nutrition you need, whether it is tube feeding, TPN or hydration.

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3.What is tube feeding?

Tube feeding is a way of providing nutrition directly into the gut through a tube. It is used when you are unable to meet all of your nutrient needs by eating and drinking.

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4.What is TPN?

Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is the infusion of calories, protein and all other nutrients directly into your blood stream. It is used when you are unable to meet all your nutrient needs by eating or with tube feeds.

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5.What is Hydration?

Hydration therapy (HT) is the infusion of fluid directly into your blood stream. It is used when you are unable to meet your fluid needs by mouth.

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6.Where do I get my supplies?

If you are on TPN or HT, the MHNP will provide all of the solutions and supplies you need. If you are on tube feeds, the MHNP will provide the formula you need if you have no other financial support (exception, infants less than one year of age). Children may access home care for their tube feeding supplies. The MHNP staff will teach you about the supplies that you will need for your tube feedings and how to care for them.

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7.Who do I call if I have a problem with my tube feedings, TPN or HT?

If you have any problems or questions related to your tube feedings or TPN, you should call your nurse or dietitian at the MHNP. Their names and phone numbers will be provided to you when you are enrolled in the program. If you are on HT, you should contact your doctor if you have any concerns.

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8.Who will monitor my tube feedings, TPN or HT?

If you are on home tube feedings or home TPN, the MHNP staff will monitor your nutrition. If you are on home HT, your doctor will monitor your care.

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