Which of the Following Statements Concerning Bariatric Surgery, or Gastrointestinal

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning bariatric surgery, or gastrointestinal surgery for the obese, is true?

• A) Bariatric surgery permanently alters the digestive process.
• B) Bariatric surgery usually involves implants added to the stomach to make a person feel more "full."
• C) Modern surgical techniques make the operation easily reversible after a person returns to his or her desired weight.
• D) Because of the low risk of side effects or harmful consequences, doctors are beginning to recommend bariatric surgery before prescribing pharmaceutical medications to lose weight.

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