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Eating Hints Cancer Support

1. Some people have appetite loss or nausea because they are stressed about cancer and treatment.  People who react this way almost always feel better once treatment starts and they know what to expect.

A. True

B. False


2. It is important for the patient to not go to the dentist before cancer treatment starts as this can cause infection.

A. True

B. False


3. Who is the best person for the patient to talk to about their diet?

A. Their doctor

B. Their family

C. A dietitian

D. A nurse


4. The patient should eat when they have the biggest appetite.  For many people, when is this?

A. Morning

B. Afternoon

C. Evening

D. Before bed


5. To avoid infections, the patient should not eat food such as raspberries that cannot be washed well.

A. True

B. False


6. Many people feel too full if they eat and drink at the same time, therefore, if they want more than just small sips, they should have a larger drink at least _____ minutes before or after meals.

A. 10

B. 30

C. 60

D. 90


7. Which of the following foods may be bitter or taste like metal to a patient on cancer treatment?

A. Dairy

B. Meat

C. Salty foods

D. Sweet foods


8. To help relieve constipation, many people find that drinking which type of liquids help?

A. Cold

B. Room temperature

C. Warm or hot

D. Temperature doesn’t matter


9. The patient should let their doctor or nurse know if they have not had a bowel movement in _____ days.

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4


10. When a patient has diarrhea, they should eat food and liquids that are low in sodium and potassium to prevent the diarrhea from getting worse.

A. True

B. False


11. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy to the head or neck can damage the glands that make saliva and can lead to dry mouth.

A. True

B. False


12. Which of the following should a patient avoid in order to manage dry mouth?

A. Very sweet or tart foods

B. Chewing gum

C. Pureed cooked foods

D. Mouthwash that has alcohol


13. When nausea is present, the patient should eat even if they do not feel hungry.

A. True

B. False


14. When a person has had radiation therapy to the head, neck, chest, or esophagus, they may have eating problems such as:

A. Nausea

B. Vomiting

C. Diarrhea

D. Tooth and jaw problems


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