Bariatric Dental Care Flashcards
what is a bariatric person
an individual of any age who has limitations in health and social care due to size, health, mobility and environmental access
what BMI is considered overweight
25kg/ m2
what BMI is considered obese
30 kg/ m2
what are two limitations of BMI
does not assess body fat distribution
does not account for factors such as age, sex, ethnicity and muscle mass
what are 4 contributing factors to obesity
genetics
socioeconomic status
environment
individual decisions
what underlying health problems can cause obesity
hypothyroidism and Prader-Willi syndrome
why is obesity associated with the equality act when its not disability
conditions that are associated with obesity can lead to disability
what is important prior to the appointment to ensure
f=venue has appropriate facilities
phone patient prior to visit to query the weight or BMI, mobility
will bariatric ambulances take patients to the dentist
no - only to hospitals
what aspects of accessibility should be used to accommodate bariatric patients
waiting room with suitable weight bearing hair
adequate door width
toilet facilities accessible
emergency evacuation procedures
should staff ever attempt to break the fall of an obese patient
no - NEVER
what is the maximum weight on the standard dental chair
22 stone
what are some comorbidities of obesity
hypertension and CVA
diabetes
sleep apnoea
gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
osteoarthritis
liver and gall bladder disease
skin conditions
what are some mental illnesses associated with obesity
depression
anxiety
what dental disease is obesity associated with
periodontitis and caries
