12 Questions
What is cachexia?
Weight loss and muscle mass loss in cancer patients
What are some factors that can interfere with food consumption in cancer patients?
Nausea, fatigue, pain, and negative effects of cancer treatments
Which of the following is NOT a cancer treatment mentioned in the text?
Hormone therapy
Why may dietary supplements interfere with cancer treatments?
They may interact with cancer medications
What type of medication may be prescribed to increase dietary intake and prevent wasting in cancer patients?
Appetite stimulants
What are antiemetic drugs used for in cancer patients?
To control nausea and vomiting
What is the goal of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for cancer patients?
To prevent nutrient deficiencies and encourage healthy behavior changes
What type of modifications to the diet may be necessary for cancer patients?
Modifications to accommodate for any chewing, swallowing, or digestive difficulties
What should be promoted in terms of safe food practices for cancer patients?
Safe handling and preparation of food
What is the main goal of MNT for cancer patients in terms of weight loss?
To minimize weight loss
Which of the following is NOT a cancer treatment that may cause negative effects on food consumption?
Antibiotics
What is anorexia in cancer patients?
A lack of appetite
Study Notes
- Cancer patients are at risk for cachexia, which is weight loss and muscle mass loss.
- Limited food intake and anorexia contribute to cachexia.
- Factors that interfere with food consumption include nausea, fatigue, pain, and negative effects of cancer treatments.
- Cancer treatments may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, stem cell transplant, and complementary and alternative medicines.
- Dietary supplements may interfere with cancer treatments.
- Medications may be prescribed to increase dietary intake and prevent wasting.
- Antiemetic drugs may be necessary to control nausea and vomiting.
- Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for cancer patients aims to minimize weight loss, preserve muscle tissue, prevent nutrient deficiencies, and encourage healthy behavior changes.
- Modifications to the diet should be made to accommodate for any chewing, swallowing, or digestive difficulties.
- Safe food practices should be promoted.
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