Medical Nutrition Therapy for Cancer Prevention and Treatment Self-Study Course

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Medical Nutrition Therapy for Cancer Prevention and Treatment Self-Study Course
Course Expires March 3, 2028
Credits: 34.5
Accreditations: CDR
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Learn the many aspects of medical nutrition therapy for cancer prevention and treatment to inform nutrition intervention and care planning with this case based self-study course!

This CPE course will update the learner on all aspects of MNT as it relates to cancer. The required reading for this course contains a current and comprehensive discussion about the role of nutrition in prevention of cancer as well as the nutritional needs of adult and pediatric patients with a variety of cancer diagnoses and treatment regimens.

Topics in the required reading include but are not limited to:
• Nutrition and cancer prevention
• Nutrition risk screening
• Nutritional needs of the adult oncology patient
• Integrative oncology
• Diets, functional foods, dietary supplements, and medical cannabis
• Nutrition and cancer survival
• Nutritional effects of cancer treatments
• Nutrition and pediatric oncology
• Nutrition support in the oncology setting
• Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for a wide variety of cancers

This CPE is appropriate for registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) nutrition and dietetic technicians, registered (NDTRs)  that require a working knowledge of oncology. A case-study based CPE examination will assist the learner in applying the material to their work setting.

Course includes hard copy book, electronic test, and 1 certificate with passing grade.

Already have the book? Under “Product Options” simply choose “CPE Test Only” to purchase the CPE Self-Study Program.

After completing this continuing professional education course, the learner should be able to:

  1. Interpret and integrate evidence-based research and literature into decision-making when treating cancer patients.
  2. Integrate new knowledge of cancer prevention and management into practice.
  3. Analyze and synthesize assessment data and findings to establish nutrition diagnoses for cancer patients.
  4. Prioritize specific nutrition problems in adult and pediatric patients with cancer to inform nutrition care plans and processes.

This course is intended for: RDNs and NDTRs

Medical Nutrition Therapy for Cancer Prevention and Treatment Self-Study Course awards 34.5 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration CPEU Approval.

CDR Activity Number: 187266   Self Study Activity Type: 741 Enduring
CDR Course Level: II

Suggested CDR Performance Indicators:

  • 5.1.2 Interprets and integrates evidence-based research and literature into decision-making.
  • 9.2.4 Integrates new knowledge of disease states and clinical conditions into practice.
  • 11.2.14 Analyzes and synthesizes assessment data and findings to establish nutrition diagnoses.
  • 11.3.3 Prioritizes specific nutrition problems to inform nutrition care plans and processes.

Note: Numerous other Performance Indicators may apply.

The answer to Test Your Knowledge is “b. Dairy foods.”

This self-study course includes required reading, a downloadable course document and an online exam with multiple choice, case study based questions. Upon passing the test, the learner can download and print the certificate.

Required Reading for this Course: Voss AC, Williams V. Oncology Nutrition for Clinical Practice, 2nd edition. Chicago IL: The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; 2021.

Disclaimer: The text associated with this course is required solely for the course taker to learn the underlying principles that will be applied in taking a case-study based exam. Neither the authors nor the publishers of the text/book have contributed to or endorsed this course.

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This continuing education program provides invaluable content for nutrition professionals, especially those working in oncology nutrition. It reviews important concepts that both generalist and specialist practitioners can utilize to improve their clinical judgement and critical thinking skills. The case-study format allows for practical application of key aspects of the nutrition care process as it relates to oncology nutrition.
- Medical Nutrition Therapy for Cancer Prevention and Treatment Course
Aimee Shea, MPH, RDN, CCMS, LD

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