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Learning Objectives
1) describe the physiological and anatomical changes associated with bariatric surgery, endoscopic bariatric therapies, and fat-reducing procedures.
2) identify the components of nutritional and psychological preoperative assessments for patients undergoing bariatric surgery.
3) describe pre-operative and post-operative nutrition guidelines for bariatric surgery patients.
4) identify mental, physical, and emotional challenges faced by pre-operative and post-operative bariatric surgery patients.
5) assess and manage nutrition complications including constipation, diarrhea, dumping syndrome, reactive hypoglycemia, gout, and kidney stones in post-operative bariatric surgery patients.
6) apply strategies for running effective support groups for pre-operative and post-operative bariatric surgery patients.
7) identify appropriate treatments for managing post-operative weight regain.
8) describe how the information in this course can be utilized to improve patient care and patient outcomes.