Nutritional support for patients with cancer: from screening to prehabilitation

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This course explores the importance of nutritional support in cancer care, with a focus on identifying malnutrition and sarcopenia through effective screening methods. It highlights the role of nutrition and prehabilitation in improving treatment tolerance, recovery, and overall patient outcomes throughout the cancer journey. The module also provides practical guidance for nurses on delivering nutritional advice as part of a comprehensive cancer care plan.

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Nutritional support for patients with cancer: from screening to prehabilitation

Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Recognise practical approaches for screening patients with cancer for malnutrition and sarcopenia.
  • Explain how malnutrition, muscle loss, and reduced physical function can impact cancer treatment outcomes.
  • Understand the role of nutrition within prehabilitation and supportive cancer care.
  • Provide appropriate nutritional guidance to support patients throughout their cancer treatment journey.

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Training Overview

  • Overview of Nutritional Support in Cancer Care
  • Early Screening for Malnutrition and Sarcopenia
  • Developing an Individualised Nutritional Care Plan
  • Strategies for Addressing Malnutrition and Muscle Wasting
  • Optimising Patients for Cancer Treatment Through Prehabilitation
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The course covers malnutrition screening, sarcopenia, nutritional care planning, oral nutritional supplements, cachexia management, and prehabilitation for patients with cancer.

Yes, learners will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.

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This course is suitable for nurses, healthcare professionals, carers, and support staff involved in caring for patients with cancer.