Course Code: REL-PAC-0-BNPOC
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Discuss at least three risk factors associated with surgery of a person affected by obesity.
Identify at least two postsurgical complications that occur after surgery of a person affected by obesity.
Identify at least two educational topics that support the person affected by obesity.
Outline:
The Obesity Epidemic
Introduction
The Reality
Review
Complications
Treatment Options for Obesity
Review
Key Takeaways
Perioperative and Postoperative Care for the Person Affected by Obesity
Preparation Begins with Assessment
Postoperative
Nursing Interventions
Review
Pain Assessment
Review
Postoperative Blood Clot Prevention
Surgical Site Infection Prevention
Early Ambulation
Use of Bariatric Equipment
Key Takeaways
Postsurgical Complications in a Person Affected by Obesity
Be Prepared
Be Aware
Review
Be Alert
Review
Monitor the Heart
Look at the Skin
Monitor Intake and Output
Review
Postoperative Education
Key Takeaways
Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
References
Subject Matter Expert: Babette Rudick, MSN, RN, CBN
Babette Rudick, RN obtained her BSN and MSN nursing degrees from Mansfield University in 1992 and 2015, respectively. Ms. Rudick has over 30 years of nursing experience with over 15 years of those in bariatrics. Ms. Rudick is a Certified Bariatric Nurse through the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Ms. Rudick has functioned as a Bariatric Nurse Case Manager, Bariatric Nurse Coordinator, and as the Program Manager of Bariatric Surgery at a healthcare facility in Central Pennsylvania. Ms. Rudick is a per diem reviewer and writer of bariatric content and subject expert for Relias.
Reviewer: Kim Matthews, RN
Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998. Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management. Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.