Health Ministry Introduces Comprehensive Guidelines for Malnutrition Care

COLOMBO (News First); The Ministry of Health has issued a set of guidelines for hospitals and healthcare institutions treating malnutrition.

The Ministry of Health stated that the guidelines include measures to be followed during the treatment of malnutrition, including tube feeding technology and other medical procedures.

The Ministry further emphasized that all hospitals and healthcare institutions providing treatment for malnutrition must adhere to these guidelines.

This will enable the provision of higher quality healthcare services to patients seeking treatment.

The guidelines also emphasize the importance of providing accurate information to patients, following medical ethics, using safe treatment methods, reporting side effects, and taking necessary actions to address them.