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Nutritional Counseling Flashcards

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  1. Which counseling technique is most effective when a patient expresses ambivalence about following the post-op diet?

    Answer: Motivational interviewing to explore and resolve ambivalence

    Motivational interviewing helps patients voice their own reasons for change, which improves dietary adherence.

  2. What is the recommended fluid intake goal for most bariatric patients to prevent dehydration?

    Answer: At least 64 ounces of fluid daily, sipped between meals

    Patients should sip at least 64 ounces daily between meals since large gulps and mealtime drinking are not tolerated.

  3. A patient 6 months post-op reports hair loss. What is the most appropriate counseling response?

    Answer: Explain it is often related to rapid weight loss and reinforce protein, zinc, and iron adequacy

    Telogen effluvium is common during rapid weight loss and is managed by ensuring adequate protein and micronutrients.

  4. Why are carbonated beverages typically discouraged after bariatric surgery?

    Answer: Gas can cause pouch discomfort and may encourage bloating

    Carbonation introduces gas that distends the small pouch, causing discomfort and pressure.

  5. A patient asks why they must take vitamins for life after gastric bypass. Which explanation is most accurate?

    Answer: The surgery permanently reduces intake capacity and bypasses key absorption sites

    Reduced food volume and bypassed duodenum create lifelong risk for micronutrient deficiencies requiring supplementation.

  6. Which meal pattern best supports weight maintenance in long-term post-bariatric patients?

    Answer: Three structured, protein-centered meals with planned snacks if needed

    Structured protein-forward meals prevent grazing and support satiety and stable intake long term.

  7. During a follow-up, a patient reports intolerance to red meat but tolerates fish and eggs. What should the counselor recommend?

    Answer: Use tolerated protein sources while ensuring total protein goals are met

    Meeting overall protein targets with tolerated sources is the priority; red meat intolerance is common and workable.