LUNG CANCER: DIETARY FACTORS AND NUTRITIONAL STATUS

Course overview

Lung cancer refers to a neoplasm that originates in the lung tissue. Treatment is individualized according to the stage of the cancer and the age and health of the patient, and can involve surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation therapy. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of dietary factors and nutritional status for patients with lung cancer, including risk factors and symptoms associated with lung cancer, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.