Gastric Bypass and Obesity

What is it? Gastric bypass surgery refers to a surgical procedure in which the stomach is divided into a small upper pouch and a much larger lower "remnant" pouch and then the small intestine is rearranged to connect to both. Surgeons have developed several different ways to reconnect the intestine, thus leading to several different gastric bypass (GBP) procedures. Any GBP leads to a marked reduction in the functional volume of the stomach, accompanied by an altered physiological and physical response to food.

Fast Facts about Obesity More than 2 in 3 adults are considered to be overweight or obese. More than 1 in 3 adults are considered to be obese. More than 1 in 20 adults are considered to have extreme obesity. About one-third of children and adolescents ages 6 to 19 are considered to be overweight or obese. More than 1 in 6 children and adolescents ages 6 to 19 are considered to be obese. Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009–2010

Recovery Patients spend average of 2 to 5 days in hospital Patients are largely immobile during this time Important aspects: Pain Control Exercises to Speed Recovery Staying Hydrated Personal Hygiene Wound Care

How I can Help By creating a bed that assists the patient in moving around and keeps them in a comfortable position Nurse have problems moving large patients Currently, bed lift is uncomfortable for both patient and nurses and take up extra space.