Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam Hands-on Training Workshop

Research shows that early nutrition intervention of a patient with malnutrition can decrease length of stay, falls, pressure ulcers, infections, complications, re-admissions and overall health care costs. Registered dietitian nutritionists can perform a nutrition focused physical exam to more accurately provide individuals with a nutrition diagnosis of malnutrition. While the nutrition focused physical exam is only one component of the nutrition assessment, it can provide necessary supportive data to identify and nutrition diagnose the patient with, or at risk for, malnutrition.

The workshop provides the RDN with skills to perform a nutrition focused physical exam, empowering the RDN to accurately identify and provide a nutrition diagnosis of malnutrition for patients. Workshops are available across the country with the focus on the adult or pediatric population.

RDNs who attend the workshop will receive 18.5 CPEUs.

"The trainers were excellent – great communicators and had the experience and skills needed to provide a high-level workshop. I learned so much. This was the most practical workshop I have ever taken. It should be required for all dietitians, as it really advances our profession and allows us to practice at the same level as other providers."

Upcoming Workshops

NFPE Hands-on Training Workshop (Live Virtual)

The 2-day workshop will take place on the Zoom platform.

Day 1: Tuesday, April 15, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Eastern time)
Day 2: Wednesday, April 16, 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. (Eastern time)

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NFPE Hands-on Training Workshop (Live Virtual)

The 2-day workshop will take place on the Zoom platform.

Day 1: Wednesday, May 7, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Eastern time)
Day 2: Thursday, May. 8, 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Eastern time)

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For more information about any of the above NFPE Hands-On Training Workshops please email or call 312-899-4707.

"The breakout room sessions with the trainer were the most valuable. I was able to ask questions; observe the trainer, myself and others performing NFPE; make corrections; and learn in a supportive environment."

Workshop Details

Subjects Discussed

• Discussions on malnutrition characteristics and documentation
• An interactive, hands-on experience to obtain NFPE skills:
  • Assessment for muscle wasting and fat loss
  • Assessment for micronutrient deficiencies/toxicities
  • Assessment for fluid accumulation/edema
  • Assessment for functional status/hand grip strength
  • For Pediatrics – Assessment for mid-upper arm circumference
• In-depth discussions on Coding for Malnutrition
• Case study to review NFPE/Malnutrition components
  • Putting it all together from head to toe
• Demonstrate basic NFPE skills

Additional Information

• Each RDN participant will receive the NFPE Pocket Guide, medical penlight, NFPE Skills Assessment form, presentation handout and post-workshop support.
• Attendees will receive training with real-time feedback in both a small group setting (six participants to one Academy NFPE trainer), as well as a one-on-one NFPE skills assessment with an NFPE Trainer following the workshop.
• The Live, Virtual NFPE Hands-on Training Workshop will be conducted on the Zoom platform and include the presentation, demonstrations, breakout sessions and more.

Cost

Early registration discount (see date on registration page)

Academy members: $450.00
Nonmembers: $575.00

Standard registration

Academy members: $500.00
Nonmembers: $625.00

Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Articles

• Increased Knowledge, Self-Reported Comfort, and Malnutrition Diagnosis and Reimbursement as a Result of the Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam Hands-On Training Workshop
• Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam Hands-On Training Workshop