Weight Loss Surgery Pre-Surgery Preparation and Candidacy

Question 1

What is the minimum BMI typically required to qualify for weight loss surgery without any comorbidities?

Accepted Answer

40

Answer

35

Answer

30

Answer

45

Question 2

Which BMI level qualifies a patient for bariatric surgery when accompanied by at least one obesity-related comorbidity such as type 2 diabetes or hypertension?

Accepted Answer

35

Answer

30

Answer

33

Answer

38

Question 3

How long must a patient typically participate in a medically supervised weight loss program before insurance will approve bariatric surgery?

Accepted Answer

3–6 months

Answer

1–2 months

Answer

9–12 months

Answer

12–18 months

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of the pre-operative liquid diet prescribed before bariatric surgery?

Accepted Answer

Shrink the liver to improve surgical access

Answer

Reduce operative time

Answer

Eliminate the need for general anesthesia

Answer

Prevent post-operative nausea

Question 5

Which of the following is a standard psychological evaluation requirement before weight loss surgery?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatric clearance to assess mental health readiness

Answer

IQ testing

Answer

Cognitive behavioral therapy completion

Answer

Personality disorder screening only

Question 6

Which diagnostic study is most commonly ordered to evaluate the esophagus and stomach before bariatric surgery?

Accepted Answer

Upper endoscopy (EGD)

Answer

Colonoscopy

Answer

CT scan of the abdomen

Answer

Barium enema

Question 7

Which of the following conditions is generally considered an absolute contraindication for bariatric surgery?

Accepted Answer

Uncontrolled substance abuse disorder

Answer

Controlled type 2 diabetes

Answer

Mild obstructive sleep apnea

Answer

Hypertension managed with medication