Bariatric flashcard

Front

What are the expected/normal findings you should be seeing? Options: abdominal pain, bloating, liquid diet tolerance, ambulating, weight loss, tenderness, hypoactive bowel sounds, limited food intake, decreased or resolution in comorbidities, decrease risk of protein and vitamin deficiency

Back

abdominal pain, bloating, liquid diet tolerance, ambulating, weight loss, tenderness, hypoactive bowel sounds, limited food intake, decreased or resolution in comorbidities, decrease risk of protein and vitamin deficiency

Front

What data is different from the normal? Options: heart rate, blood sugar, blood glucose, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, weak, albumin

Back

heart rate, blood sugar, blood glucose, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, weak, albumin

Front

Poll #1 - Expected vs. Abnormal Findings: Which finding is most concerning? A) Mild abdominal bloating B) Hypoactive bowel sounds C) HR 120 bpm & severe dizziness D) Liquid diet tolerance with nausea

Back

HR 120 bpm & severe dizziness

Answer explanation

✅ Correct Answer: C - Tachycardia & dizziness could indicate dehydration or anastomotic leak

Front

What is the nurse’s priority action post-op? A) Encourage deep breathing & ambulation, B) Assess oxygen saturation & lung sounds, C) Offer anti-nausea medication, D) Increase IV fluids

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Assess oxygen saturation & lung sounds

Answer explanation

✅ Correct Answer: B - Always assess first! SOB may indicate pulmonary embolism or atelectasis

Front

❓ Which task can the nurse NOT delegate to a CNA? A) Assisting with ambulation B) Monitoring urine output C) Educating on post-op diet D) Obtaining vital signs

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Educating on post-op diet

Answer explanation

✅ Correct Answer: C - Patient education is the nurse’s role

Front

Who should the nurse notify first? A) The surgeon B) The dietitian C) The CNA D) The patient’s family

Back

The surgeon

Answer explanation

✅ Correct Answer: A - Surgeon must be informed of potential complications

Front

Which finding suggests an unsuccessful outcome? A) 15 lb weight loss in 2 weeks B) Frequent vomiting after meals C) Feeling full after small portions D) Walking 5-10 minutes daily

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Frequent vomiting after meals

Answer explanation

✅ Correct Answer: B - Could indicate gastric outlet obstruction or maladaptive eating

Front

Are there any social determinants of health that are impacting your care of this patient?

Back

Limited access to healthcare, Nutritional barriers, Financial concerns, Physical job, Minimal support system

Front

Which social factor impacts his recovery the most? A) Poor support system B) Lack of transportation C) Risk of unhealthy food choices D) Job requiring heavy lifting

Back

Lack of transportation

Answer explanation

✅ Correct Answer: B - Limited follow-up care can lead to complications