What is the disadvantage of gastric bypass surgery?

What will be an ideal response?


Approximately 10% of bariatric patients experience complications such as gallstones, ulcers, and bleeding in the stomach and intestines. Approximately 1-2 percent die from complications relating to the surgery.

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The USDA requires retailers to display a country of origin label on meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, and some nuts

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following vitamins is involved in breaking down homocysteine in the blood?

A) vitamin D B) folate C) thiamin D) niacin

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LDL cholesterol is _____.

A. lowered by intake of trans fatty acids B. associated with heart-disease risk when present in high levels C. associated with heart-disease risk when present in low levels D. raised by intake of unsaturated fatty acids E. unaffected by intake of saturated fatty acids

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Several months after gastric bypass surgery, the client experiences epigastric pain and vomiting following a meal. Which food item most likely caused this response?

a. applesauce b. brown rice c. cooked carrots d. cottage cheese

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