Exam 1: Upper GI Flashcards
1
Q
Why is Bariatric surgery considered Malabsorptive ?
A
Because you bypass part of the small intestine, which decreases food absorption
2
Q
What are Bariatric surgeries that are Restrictive ?
A
- Banding
- Vertical sleeve gastrectomy
3
Q
What bariatric surgeries a combination of restrictive & malabsorption ?
A
-Gastric Bypass (AKA: Roux-en-Y)
4
Q
Which bariatric surgery has the risk for duping syndrome ?
A
Gastric Bypass (aka: Roux-en-Y)
5
Q
What are complications of Bariatric surgery ?
A
- Leaking (at one of the incision sites)
- Erosion (banding)
- N & V
- Dumping syndrome
- Malnutrition
6
Q
Individuals who have had Bariatric surgery typically require what kinds of supplements ?
A
- Iron
- Calcium
- Folic acid
- Multivitamin
- etc,.
7
Q
A lot of Iron absorption happens where ?
A
In the Small Intestine !
