Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam: Resources for every clinician

Performing a nutrition-focused physical exam (NFPE) is a great way to gain more information when assessing your patient or resident. Unfortunately, it is an underused technique, as many dietitians have never received training or don’t feel comfortable applying it in practice. We put together a list of NFPE resources that includes everything from formal training sessions to self-study. So whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, we invite you to peruse the list and incorporate NFPE into your daily assessments!

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That’s right, Dietitians On Demand offers customized NFPE training. These small group sessions are perfect for acute or long-term care settings. We currently offer virtual sessions, all for CPEU credit. Find out more information here.

Resources for self-study

• Dietitians On Demand malnutrition materials
• Dietitians On Demand’s “The Impact on Malnutrition” free infographic
• Abbott Nutrition Health Institute (requires a login)
• Nestlé Nutrition Institute (requires a login)

Books, training manuals, and reading materials

• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics NFPE Pocket Guide for Adults or Pediatrics
• Malnutrition Quality Improvement Initiative^TM Malnutrition Recognition Guide

Is there a tool you’ve utilized that has been helpful? Tell us about it!

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