Etiology
What happens to adipose cells when a person gains weight?
What is increase in size and number
What is the purpose of the Plate Method?
What is to promote portion control and balanced meals.
What is the BMI threshold for considering bariatric surgery?
What is BMI ≥ 40, or ≥ 35 with comorbidities.
Obesity increases the risk for which chronic condition involving blood sugar?
What is Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Name one nursing intervention to support weight loss goals.
What is set realistic goals, encourage journaling, or educate on healthy choices.
What is leptin
Name two high-fiber foods that help promote satiety.
What is non starchy vegetables, whole grains, oatmeal
What type of surgery involves removing 75–80% of the stomach?
What is sleeve gastrectomy
What respiratory condition is commonly associated with obesity?
What is obstructive sleep apnea
What should nurses teach about portion sizes after bariatric surgery?
What is eat small, frequent meals; stop when feeling full.
Obesity is primarily caused by an imbalance between what two factors?
Why should patients avoid skipping meals?
What is it leads to overeating later and unstable blood glucose levels
Name one common side effect of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass.
What is Dumping syndrome, malabsorption, or nutritional deficiencies.
Name two musculoskeletal disorders linked to obesity.
What is osteoarthritis and low back pain
What is the nurse’s role in interprofessional obesity management?
What is collaborate with dietitians, mental health professionals, and physical therapists
What part of the brain regulates appetite and energy balance?
How does regular physical activity assist with long-term weight maintenance?
What is it increases energy expenditure, preserves lean muscle mass, and boosts resting metabolism.
What is the primary goal of pharmacologic therapy for obesity?
What is to assist with weight loss when lifestyle changes alone are insufficient.
What cardiovascular complication is most strongly associated with obesity?
What is hypertension (HTN) or coronary artery disease (CAD)
What type of communication should be used during an assessment of a patient with obesity?
What is "non-judgmental" communication
Name one hormonal imbalance related to obesity
What is Leptin, Ghrelin, Insulin, and Cortisol
What type of exercise is recommended most days of the week for weight management?
What is moderate intensity aerobic exercises.
Name 3 complications that can occur from bariatric surgery.
What is acid-reflux, N&V, dilation of the esophagus, infection, food restrictions, obstructions, weight gain or failure to lose weight
Define metabolic syndrome.
What is a cluster of conditions: central obesity, high BP, high triglycerides, low HDL, and insulin resistance.
Name 3 nursing diagnosis related to a patient with obesity.
Activity Intolerance, sedentary lifestyle, altered body image, poor dietary habits, emotional eating, ineffective coping