A client is preparing for a laparoscopic gastric banding procedure to promote weight loss. Which statement indicates to the nurse that the client understands the procedure?
A) "Food will bypass my stomach."
B) "My stomach will be vertically divided."
C) "An adjustable silicone band will be placed around my stomach."
D) "My stomach will be removed."
C) "An adjustable silicone band will be placed around my stomach."
Explanation: A) In laparoscopic gastric banding procedure, an adjustable silicone band is placed around the upper stomach. A pouch is created above the band, while there is a narrowing of the upper stomach diameter below. The stomach is not bypassed, divided vertically, or removed.
B) In laparoscopic gastric banding procedure, an adjustable silicone band is placed around the upper stomach. A pouch is created above the band, while there is a narrowing of the upper stomach diameter below. The stomach is not bypassed, divided vertically, or removed.
C) In laparoscopic gastric banding procedure, an adjustable silicone band is placed around the upper stomach. A pouch is created above the band, while there is a narrowing of the upper stomach diameter below. The stomach is not bypassed, divided vertically, or removed.
D) In laparoscopic gastric banding procedure, an adjustable silicone band is placed around the upper stomach. A pouch is created above the band, while there is a narrowing of the upper stomach diameter below. The stomach is not bypassed, divided vertically, or removed.
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