Case 37 Flashcards
1
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How is body mass index defined?
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2
Q
- What cardiopulmonary changes occur with superobesity?
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3
Q
- What comorbidities are associated with superobesity?
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4
Q
- What is the pathophysiology of obstructive sleep apnea?
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5
Q
- How is obstructive sleep apnea diagnosed?
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6
Q
- How is STOP-bang useful in screening patients?
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7
Q
- What is obesity hypoventilation syndrome?
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8
Q
- What are the most common weight loss surgical procedures?
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9
Q
- Is superobesity always an indication for awake intubation?
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10
Q
- What is the optimum patient position for intubation?
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11
Q
- What are anesthetic considerations?
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12
Q
- How can extubation be performed safely?
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13
Q
- What are postoperative considerations?
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