Nutrition and Cancer: Part 2

Assessment and Support

The lecture duration is 21min.

0.5 CPD Points, 0.5 CEUs, 0.5 CME credits approval pending.
Accredited by CPDUK, CBRN and Provider Pending.

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Clare Shaw
Consultant Oncology Dietitian at The Royal Marsden, London, England
Lecture Summary

This talk discusses the assessment of changes in body weight and composition, biochemical changes, dietary intake, environmental factors, the clinical condition and functional aspects.

Target Audience

Oncology nurses
Trainee oncology doctors
General practitioners

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:

  • Understand the elements of a nutritional assessment
  • Understand what is meant by the terms "Cachexia" and "Sarcopenia"
  • Be aware of the methods of nutritional support that can be used for people with cancer