A 40-Year-Old Client Has a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 45

question 18

Multiple Choice

A 40-year-old client has a body mass index (BMI) of 45. The client wants to undergo gastric bypass surgery. Which statements of the nurse would justify the advantages of the surgery?

• A) Gastric bypass surgery limits the volume of food consumed to one-half to 1 ounce.
• B) Gastric bypass surgery is done by surgically restructuring the upper portion of the stomach.
• C) Gastric bypass surgery usually results in gradual weight loss over a long period of time.
• D) Gastric bypass surgery does not involve any complications or surgical risks.
• E) Gastric bypass surgery alters the ability of the stomach and small bowel to absorb calories and nutrients.

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