Ask for a prescription to get a feeding pump from a medical supply company. This will help to take in enough by letting the pump run overnight while he is sleeping. just make sure he is propped up on a couple extra pillows or in a recliner while he is doing a feeding.

Every single day he must take in a minimum of 2500 calories and 48 oz of water. Dont skimp thinking it can be made up the next day, tomorrow never comes and it soon turns into a viscous cycle of trying to play catch up. By using the feeding pump, it will help to get enough calories and hydration. Also ask the doc for a prescription to get hydrated in the chemo lab at least 3 times a week. This will also help him to feel much better quickly. Dehydration can be a very bad side effect with malnutrition and end up causing hospitalization which is no fun for anyone.

Hang in there, it will be a long rough road but together you will get thru it. As a caregiver dont forget to take some time just for you too.

Best wishes!!!