The goal of this article is to explain what Bariatric surgery is; discuss the criteria used for consideration of patients eligible for Bariatric Surgery; discuss the physical and psychological issues inherent in patients undergoing Bariatric surgery; discuss the various operation choices available; discuss pre and post-op nursing care; and postoperative outcomes, and review the different procedure techniques.
Course Publication Date:
August 09, 2019
This course is available with
NO ADDITIONAL FEE if you have an active
one year unlimited membership!
| Author: | Linda Aumiller RN, MSN |
| Miriam Moskowitz RN, MSN |
| Steven E. Raper M.D. |
| Course No: | GBS080819 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.00 |
| Delivery Method: | Online Self Study |
| Category: | Community & Home Health
Geriatric Medicine
Leadership & Case Management
Medical & Surgical Issues
Nutrition & Fitness & Complimentary
Pediatric Medicine
Perioperative
Psychiatric & Mental Health
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Learning Objectives
- Describe physical and psychological issues in determining appropriate candidates for Bariatric Surgery.
- Differentiate between the various surgical options available for the severely obese.
- Name possible complications of Bariatric Surgery
- Describe the pre-op teaching items that need to be discussed with the patient considering Bariatric Surgery.
- Describe post-operative teaching (physical and psychological)
- Describe postoperative outcomes that the patient may experience, and available organizations and help groups.