pregnancy after bariatric surgery

Question 1

bariatric surgery:
-restrictive technique
-reversible
-low risk for nutritional deficiencies

Answer 1

adjustable gastric band (AGB)

Question 2

bariatric surgery:
-restrictive technique
-irreversible
-moderate risk for nutritional deficiencies

Answer 2

sleeve gastrectomy

Question 3

bariatric surgery:
-restrictive and malabsorptive techniques
-irreversible
-greatest risk nutritional deficiencies

Answer 3

biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS)

Question 4

bariatric surgery:
-restrictive and malabsorptive techniques
-irreversible
-moderate risk for nutritional deficiencies

Answer 4

roux-en-Y bypass (RYGB)

Question 5

pregnancy weight gain recommendations for women with h/o bariatric surgery

Answer 5

same to regular women

Question 6

Why is self-monitoring of blood glucose levels the preferred method for screening for gestational diabetes in women with a history of bariatric surgery

Answer 6

risk for dumping syndrome after OOGT

Question 7

What is the recommendation for fetal surveillance for women with a history of bariatric surgery

Answer 7

monthly fetal ultrasounds

Question 8

Why should nurses be concerned about nausea and vomiting during pregnancy in women with a history of bariatric surgery

Answer 8

N/V in pregnancy can mask GI complications like:
-band slippage
-erosion
-bowel herniation