Question

Gastric bypass is most likely performed for a

patient with
a) gallstones.
b) cirrhosis patient.
c) bariatric patient.
d) patient with hematemesis.

Answer 1

Answer: C. Bariatric Patient

Explanation: this surgery is performed on people who are extremely obese (BMI OF 40 or higher) and obese (BMI OF 35 to 39.9) and who have problems with diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea. So basically people who have health issues due to their weight are considered bariatric patients.