Einstein Bariatrics

Examination – gastric bypass

The following written test, while not all-inclusive, will highlight some of the details that you should know before undergoing surgery. Please use our written material and Internet web page as helpful resources while taking this examination. THIS IS REQUIRED TO BE COMPLETED AND REVIEWED DURING YOUR PRE-OP VISIT.

The following statements are either true or false. Please circle the correct answer.

True / False 1)  After a bariatric surgery, if you eat too fast or too much, then you will experience discomfort.

True / False 2)  All patients after gastric bypass surgery must take Vitamins and Minerals for life.

True / False 3)  Weight loss generally peaks around two years after surgery. Some weight regain is expected after 2 years.

True / False 4)  Patients typically experience daily vomiting or pain while eating after gastric bypass surgery.

True / False 5)  After surgery, there is no need to follow-up with my surgeon.

True / False 6)  Tobacco and NSAIDS, such as Motrin, Advil or Ibuprofen, will increase the chances of ulcers that develop in the stomach.

True / False 7)  After surgery, you should call your family doctor for any problems relating to surgery.

True / False 8)  Medical problems such as Diabetes, high blood pressure, back pain and high cholesterol are guaranteed to resolve after surgery.

True / False 9)  Re-operation may be necessary for leaks, bleeding, blockages or other problems.

True / False 10)  Alcohol is quickly absorbed after gastric bypass surgery and patients should be careful with drinking.

True / False 11)  Laparoscopic surgery is painless.

True / False 12)  Gastric Bypass surgery guarantees satisfactory weight loss with no complications.

True / False 13)  There are other operations and medical therapies available for weight loss.

True / False 14)  You must separate your calcium supplements from your iron and/or multivitamin pills because calcium blocks iron absorption.

True / False 15)  Generalized thinning of Hair is expected between 4-8 months after surgery. This hair loss is temporary and there are no proven treatments to prevent this from occurring.

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