Bariatric NurseMany of you have probably been askedrnthis question many times. Nurses have arntradition of specializing and gravitating towardrnpatient populations for whom they enjoy providingrncare. When I was a ''trauma nurse,'' itrnwas much easier to convey my occupationalrnidentity because ...
Bariatric beds support individuals with obesity, providing comfort and safety. Learn about their features and benefits for better sleep and healthcare.
carry one piece of clothing to the laundry room at a time. Thus she is walking a great deal in her home. Another patient is a 45 year young male who works at a local industrial distribution center. Since he is walking throughout the day, I recommended ankle weights. He can increas...
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What is a ramped position in a bariatric patient?Obesity is associated with a 30% greater chance of difficult/failed intubation, but placing obese patents in the “ramped position” (i.e. elevating the patient's upper body and head until the external auditory meatus and the sternal notch are...
A bariatric dietitian is a person who helps people who are overweight to prepare for weight loss options and procedures, to...
A bariatric wheelchair is a type of wheelchair that is specifically designed for a person who is heavier than average. Most of...
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A registered nurse (RN) is a healthcare professional who has completed a nursing program and passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to obtain a nursing license. RNs are responsible for providing and coordinating patient care, performing diagnostic tests, administering medication,...
What every hospitalist should know about the post-bariatric surgery patient Obesity is a growing worldwide epidemic, increasingly addressed through surgical options for weight loss. Benefits of these operations, such as weight loss... CM Swanson,LR Roust,K Miller,... - 《Journal of Hospital Medi...