3.3 Three Keys to Weight Loss/Maintenance Part 2

Question 1

What requirements must an individual meet in order to be recommended for other methods of weight loss?

Answer 1

BMI > 40
BMI > 35 with comorbidities

Question 2

What are the three classes of medications for weight loss?

Answer 2

amphetamines
appetite reducing drugs
fat absorption inhibitors

Question 3

How do amphetamines work for weight loss?

Answer 3

stimulate the central nervous system to burn calories

Question 4

How do appetite reducing drugs work for weight loss?

Answer 4

decreases hunger sensations

Question 5

What is an example of an appetite reducing drug?

Answer 5

phentermine

Question 6

How do fat absorption inhibitors work for weight loss?

Answer 6

inhibits lipase enzymes from breaking down fat in the small intestine

Question 7

What is an example of a fat absorption inhibitor drug?

Answer 7

orlistat

Question 8

What is an extremely low calorie diet?

Answer 8

consuming only 400-800 calories per day; low carb high protein

Question 9

What is bariatrics?

Answer 9

branch of medicine that focuses on the cause, prevention, and treatment of obesity

Question 10

What are the bariatric surgeries?

Answer 10

1. gastric banding
2. gastroplasty
3. gastric balloon

Question 11

What is gastric banding?

Answer 11

restrictive procedure where the opening of the esophagus to the stomach is restricted using a gastric band forming a small pouch in the stomach

Question 12

What is gastroplasty?

Answer 12

stomach stapling; reduces the stomach capacity by bypassing a small portion of the small intestine

Question 13

What capactity does gastroplasty reduce the stomach to?

Answer 13

30ml

Question 14

What are health risks associated with gastroplasty?

Answer 14

bleeding
clots
hernia
infection
nutrient deficiencies
increased risk of death

Question 15

What is gastric balloon?

Answer 15

balloon made of soft silicone is inserted through the esophagus into the stomach for six months

Question 16

What is the definition of underweight?

Answer 16

BMI < 18.5

Question 17

What are causes of being underweight

Answer 17

genetics
disease
eating disorders
excessive dieting and exercise

Question 18

What are ways to increase weight?

Answer 18

adding healthy snacks several times daily
drinking beverages that are nutritious and a good source of calories
adding healthy fats to meals
limiting fluid consumption to delay satiety

Question 19

What are the risks to being underweight?

Answer 19

cessation of menstrual period
loss of bone mass
adversely affect immune system