SNIP HAPPENS
What is the term for the surgical procedure that involves rerouting the small intestine to a small stomach pouch?
Gastric Bypass
What is the primary goal of bariatric surgery?
A) To improve cosmetic appearance
B) To enhance athletic performance
C) To increase muscle mass
D) To reduce the risk of obesity-related health conditions
E) All of the above
D
What two items should not be consumed after bariatric surgery?
A) Alcohol and protein
B) Alcohol and water
C) Alcohol and chewable multivitamins
D) Alcohol and caffeine
D
What is the most critical macronutrient that should be prioritized after bariatric surgery?
What is the term for the surgical procedure that reduces the size of the stomach by removing a large portion of it, leaving a tube-like structure?
Sleeve Gastrectomy
What year did KP WLA introduce the robotic bariatric surgeries?
A) 2012
B) 2021
C) 2020
D) 2023
B
Dumping Syndrome
What is the most common reason for readmission in post-op bariatric patients?
Dehydration
FILL IN THE BLANKS: The new criteria for bariatric surgery is a patient with a BMI of ________ or greater with an obesity related illness or any patient with a BMI of __________ or greater.
30 & 35
What are DOVE stickers?
An easy system to identify bariatric equipment.
Name 3 ways to prevent dumping syndrome?
- Avoid fatty, greasy fried foods
- Avoid simple sugars/food high in sugar
- Avoid alcohol
- Eat & drink slowly
- Chew thoroughly
- Easter smaller more frequent meals
- Separate liquids and solids
- Focus on eating protein first
What is the 30-minute rule in bariatric surgery patients?
Separate eating and drinking by 30 minutes.