11th January 2024

Mr Rogers is a 70-year-old man with stage 4 oesophageal cancer that was diagnosed two months ago

Mr Rogers is a 70-year-old man with stage 4 oesophageal cancer that was diagnosed two months ago. Over the past three months, his appetite has declined, and he has lost 25kg in weight. He has become increasingly frail and is now for best supportive care only, with a likely prognosis of weeks to months left. He presents to his GP hoping for some help increasing his appetite. He denies nausea or vomiting, examination is unremarkable, and bloods are normal. Which intervention should be trialled first?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.