CBN Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. What is a key dietary recommendation after bariatric surgery? → Prioritizing protein intake
2. Which technique is most effective for verifying that a bariatric patient understood discharge instructions about vitamin supplementation? → Ask the patient to explain the instructions back in their own words
3. In evaluating compliance with VTE prophylaxis orders on the bariatric unit, the nurse audits 30 charts and finds 24 compliant. What is the compliance rate? → 80%
4. Which complication is most concerning after bariatric surgery? → Surgical site leaks
5. Which finding in a long-term post-bypass patient signals failure of the micronutrient risk-mitigation plan? → New-onset paresthesia and macrocytic anemia from missed B12 supplementation
6. In the context of bariatric nurse, which principle most directly governs bariatric surgery & procedures practices? → Applying evidence-based methodologies with peer-reviewed support
7. Which of the following is a common consequence of metabolic syndrome? → Cardiovascular disease
8. Which iron supplement formulation is most appropriate for bariatric patients in the post-operative period? → Liquid or chewable iron taken with vitamin C
9. A bariatric nurse professional discovers a discrepancy during communication & stakeholder engagement review. What is the most appropriate immediate action? → Engaging stakeholders collaboratively to align goals and expectations
10. Which equipment-related action most directly reduces the risk of patient injury during transfer of a patient weighing 180 kg? → Verifying weight capacity of lifts, beds, and transfer devices before use
11. Which tool or methodology is most appropriate for analyzing nutrition & lifestyle management outcomes? → Maintaining professional boundaries while building collaborative relationships
12. A nurse observes a scrub tech take a photo of an anesthetized bariatric patient in the operating room. The nurse's immediate obligation is to: → Intervene, have the photo deleted per policy, and report the incident
13. What distinguishes an advanced bariatric nurse practitioner's approach to risk management & mitigation from that of a novice? → Establishing cross-functional teams with clearly defined roles
14. A post-gastric bypass patient taking levothyroxine develops new hypothyroid symptoms. The bariatric nurse should suspect: → Impaired levothyroxine absorption due to reduced gastric acid and altered GI anatomy
15. After Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, which calcium supplement formulation is preferred over calcium carbonate? → Calcium citrate
16. A sleeve gastrectomy patient reports left shoulder pain, hiccups, and fever on postoperative day 3. Which complication should the nurse suspect first? → Staple-line leak with diaphragmatic irritation
17. What distinguishes an advanced bariatric nurse practitioner's approach to professional ethics & standards from that of a novice? → Establishing cross-functional teams with clearly defined roles
18. Which of the following is a key performance indicator for evaluating professional ethics & standards effectiveness? → Prioritizing based on risk assessment and potential impact
19. Which scenario would require a bariatric nurse professional to escalate a obesity & metabolic disorders concern? → Creating feedback mechanisms that encourage continuous improvement
20. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed after bariatric surgery primarily to: → Prevent marginal ulcers at the gastrojejunal anastomosis
21. A bariatric nurse is designing patient education materials. Which practice best supports patients with low health literacy? → Write at or below a sixth-grade reading level using plain language and visuals
22. What is the primary rationale for using weight-based dosing verification protocols for anticoagulants in bariatric patients? → Standard fixed doses may be subtherapeutic in patients with severe obesity
23. Which tool or methodology is most appropriate for analyzing obesity & metabolic disorders outcomes? → Maintaining professional boundaries while building collaborative relationships
24. A bariatric center's low case volume threatens its MBSAQIP accreditation level. Why do accreditation standards include annual volume requirements? → Higher procedural volume is associated with better outcomes and maintained team competency
25. What is the recommended frequency for reviewing and updating bariatric nursing roles & ethical considerations protocols? → Monitoring outcomes through regular data collection and trend analysis
26. A new regulation impacts bariatric surgery & procedures procedures. What should a CBN professional do first? → Ensuring compliance with current regulatory requirements and standards
27. Extended-release medication formulations are generally contraindicated after bariatric surgery primarily because: → Altered GI anatomy and transit time result in unpredictable drug release and absorption
28. A patient with a history of gastric banding presents with sudden total intolerance to solids and liquids plus regurgitation. What risk does this represent? → Band slippage or acute obstruction requiring urgent evaluation
29. Which action best reflects the ethical principle of fidelity in bariatric nursing? → Following through on a promise to return with pain medication at the agreed time
30. Which hormone plays a crucial role in regulating appetite and is often dysregulated in obesity? → Leptin