part 2 Flashcards
1
Q
appetite suppressing drugs
A
- increases availability of norepinephrine
- amphetamines: high abuse potential, not approved by FDA
- nonamphetamines: phentermine
2
Q
underweight
A
<18.5
3
Q
normal weight
A
18.5-24.9
4
Q
overweight
A
25-29.9
5
Q
obesity
A
30-39.9
6
Q
extreme obesity
A
> or equal to 40
7
Q
What type of surgery is adjustable gastric banding or lap-band?
A
restrictive
8
Q
What type of surgery is the gastric sleeve?
A
restrictive
-not reversible
9
Q
What type of surgery is the roux-en-Y gastric bypass?
A
combination: restrictive and malabsorptive
- disadvantages: leaking, anemia, calcium deficiency, dumping, irreversible
