The nurse is caring for a 34-year-old obese female patient who underwent gastric banding 3 days ago
Essential postoperative teaching for this patient should include instruction related to the importance of abstaining from which of the following for the next two years?
A) Multivitamin supplements
B) Pregnancy
C) Antidepressants
D) Control-top panty hose
Ans: B
Feedback: Women of childbearing age who have had bariatric surgery should avoid pregnancy for approximately 2 years until their weight stabilizes, and it is evident that their nutritional needs are being adequately met. Multivitamins are generally recommended for the patient to supplement dietary sources of nutrients. Antidepressants may be taken if clinically indicated. Control-top pantyhose may be uncomfortable postoperatively; however, they are not contraindicated.
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