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CE Bariatric Client Care Basics - 2.5 Hours CE Credit


Description
This is a 2.5 hour course on what bariatric weight loss is and how to help a client who has had weight loss surgery. We cover what bariatric means, types of bariatric surgery, potential complications & risks, and many caregiver tips to assist you as a Caregiver.
Content
  • Getting Started
  • Video: How to Navigate Your Online Course
  • More Help Navigating
  • Learning Objectives
  • Table of Contents
  • Chapter 1: Intro to Bariatric Weight Loss
  • A. Bariatric Defined
  • B. Why Do People Get These Surgeries?
  • Video: What is Bariatric Surgery?
  • C. Common Myths vs. Facts
  • D. Expected Outcome for Bariatric Weight Loss
  • Video: Bearded Fat Loss - Advice to My Former Self
  • Audio: Chapter 1 Recap
  • Chapter 1 Checkpoint
  • Chapter 2: Types of Weight Loss Surgery
  • A. Gastric Bypass
  • B. Gastric Sleeve
  • C. Duodenal Switch
  • D. Lap Band
  • Video: Bariatric Surgery Options
  • Audio: Chapter 2 Recap
  • Chapter 2 Checkpoint
  • CHAPTER 3: Potential Complications
  • A. Hair Loss
  • Video: Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery
  • B. Strictures
  • C. Hernias, Ulcers, & Leaks
  • D. The Emotional Side of Weight Loss
  • Video: People Treat You Differently
  • E. Malabsorption
  • F. Loose Skin
  • Video: Living with Loose Skin
  • G. Dumping Syndrome
  • Video: Dumping Syndrome
  • H. Transfer Addiction
  • Audio: Chapter 3 Recap
  • Chapter 3 Checkpoint
  • Chapter 4: Caregiver Tips
  • Tip # 1 - Know the "No-Nos" After Bariatric Surgery
  • Tip #2: Watch Portion Sizes
  • Tip #3: Proper Nutrition
  • Tip #4: Be Aware of Slider Foods
  • Tip #5: Physical Activity
  • Tip #6: Staying Hydrated
  • Tip #6: Tracking Progress
  • Video: 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Gastric Sleeve Surgery
  • Audio: Chapter 4 Recap
  • Chapter 4 Checkpoint
  • Final Quiz - Must Pass with 80% or Higher
  • Final Quiz
  • Wrapping Things Up
  • Downloadable Resource
  • References
  • After Course Survey
  • Did You Know?
  • Next Steps
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever