Digestive System
1 year after surgery, what volume of food is recommended at each meal?
1 cup
True or False: All weight loss surgeries are the same.
False
True or False: Adequate protein helps prevent muscle loss.
True
What is the minimum hydration goal after bariatric surgery (in ounces)?
48oz
Everyday
True or False: The stomach cannot digest fiber.
True
What is the most performed bariatric surgery nationwide?
Sleeve Gastrectomy
How many grams of protein is recommended for patients with a sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass?
60-80 grams of protein
What is the first item you should look at on the Nutrition Facts Label?
Serving Size
True or False: Sugar-free JELL-O is an example of a clear liquid.
True or False: Digestion takes place primarily in the stomach.
False
What is the number one complication after bariatric surgery?
Dehydration
True or False: Protein shakes count towards your fluids goals after bariatric surgery.
False
What mineral needs to be taken in addition to your daily multivitamin after bariatric surgery as it competes with iron for absorption?
Calcium
True or False: Beans are a type of non-starchy vegetable.
False
On average, how long does it take food to pass through your stomach?
2-4 hours
What percentage of the stomach is removed in a sleeve gastrectomy procedure?
80%
What is the general serving size for nuts?
1/4 cup
How long is it recommended to take to eat an entire meal after bariatric surgery (in minutes)?
20-30 minutes
What should you pair with carbohydrates to improve blood sugar stabilization?
2. Heart healthy fat
Before bariatric surgery, how much volume can the stomach hold (in cups)?
6 cups
What are the four main types of bariatric surgery performed at Hannibal Regional?
1. Sleeve Gastrectomy
2. Gastric Bypass
3. Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass (SADI)
4. Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (DS)
How many grams of protein is recommended for patients with a DS or SADI?
80-100 grams
Name the four vitamins that require fat for absorption in the body?
A, D, E, K
What surgery is strongly recommended for those with insulin dependent diabetes?
Duodenal Switch