Dumping Syndrome

Question 1

Pathophysiology of dumping syndrome.

Answer 1

Gastric bypass, gastrectomy, gallbladder disease ➜ stomach empties too quickly after eating ➜ severe s/e

Question 2

What are s/s of dumping syndrome?

Answer 2

• Fullness
• Weakness
• Palpitations
• Cramping
• Faintness
• Diarrhea

Question 3

Dumping syndrome is usually secondary to what? (3)

Answer 3

• Gastric bypass
• Gastrectomy
• Gallbladder disease

Question 4

Treatment for Dumping Syndrome

Answer 4

• Semi-recumbent with meals
• Lie down after meals on left side
• No fluids with meals (drink in between meals)
• Small and frequent meals
• Avoid foods high in carbs and electrolytes (carbs and electrolytes empty fast)

Question 5

___ = leaves food in the stomach

Answer 5

Left side lying

Question 6

___ = releases food to the small intestine

Answer 6

Right side lying