DIETS FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS: CANCER DIET Flashcards
1
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DISCUSS THE PURPOSE OF A CANCER DIET
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– To ensure that patients get enough calories, protein, vitamins, and minerals
– Important in controlling symptoms of cancer and its treatment
2
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GIVE THE INDICATION FOR A CANCER DIET
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– Cancer treatment
– Diagnosed with cancer
3
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GIVE NOTES TO CONSIDER WHEN IMPLEMENTING A CANCER DIET
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– Vary the temperature of food, depending on symptoms
– Combination of High kJ, Bland and High Fibre and sometimes Soft diets
