Inadequate Nutrition Coverage in Outpatient Cancer Centers: Results of a National Survey

Table 2

Patient load and services provided.

RDN daily patient work load	Mean ± SD^a
What is the average number of patients evaluated or counseled by a single outpatient oncology services RDN during an 8-hour work day? (n = 172)	7.4 ± 4.3
Services provided	% (n)^a
What online or internet-based services do you offer regarding nutrition education for patients? (n = 161)^b
Education materials	47.2 (76)
Patient scheduling	24.2 (39)
Classes/webinars	14.3 (23)
Teledietetics/e-coaching	8.7 (14)
None	47.2 (76)
Are nutrition services being provided by non-RDNs? (n = 176)
Yes	5.7 (10)
No	94.3 (166)

^aDue to incomplete data and branching logic, the total number of responses varies by question. The total number of complete responses per question is provided next to each question in-line. Percentages are based upon the number of responses out of total number answering the question. Means and standard deviations are calculated using only complete responses. ^bRespondents are allowed to select more than one option and thus, responses may not add up to 100%. RDN = Registered Dietician Nutritionist.