. Planning for Appropriate Care for the Bariatric Patient Robert G. Guest MSPT,Cert. MDT

. Bariatric The term bariatric derived from the Greek root baro (weight), suffix - iatr (treatment) and suffix – ic (pertaining to).

. Obesity in the U.S.A. 64% adults being obese Numbers are rising from 19.4% in 1997 to 26.6% in 2007 Obesity-attributable medical expenditures estimate in 2003 reached $75 billion

. Eating Habits

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. Diagnosis The Body Mass Index is widely accepted as the marker for excess body weight. Waist circumference (associated with central obesity) is another marker

. Body Mass Index (BMI) BMI = Weight (Kg)/Height (M2)

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. Underweight < 20 Healthy Weight Overweight25 – 29.9 Obese ( Class 1 )30 – 34.9 Obese ( Class 2 )35 – 40 Morbid Obesity40+ Body Mass Index Classifications

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. Health Conditions Related to Morbid Obesity Type 2 diabetes Heart disease High blood pressure Obstructive sleep apnea Acid reflux/Gerd Osteoarthritis Depression

. Problems Infrequency of bariatric admissions Myths & fears Staffing Environment (space consideration) Equipment Maintaining dignified care for the bariatric patient

. Bariatric Admission Emergency vs Elective

. Guidelines for the Bariatric Admission Patient assessment Environmental assessment Staffing Equipment assessment Patient transport *Discharge Planning

. Patient Present medical condition Past medical history Past surgical history Social history BMI score or patient’s trunk/pelvic width

. Body Shape

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. Environment Know the measurements of doorways Arrange the room prior to the patient’s arrival Allow room for equipment, staff and furniture (if possible) * Designated bariatric suite or private room

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. Staff Appropriate staffing (teamwork) Education (patient and equipment) Communication (lift documentation tool) Maintain handling tasks in a safe and dignified manner

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. Equipment Each unit should be aware of the standard weight limit for their equipment i.e. beds, chairs, wheelchairs, gurneys, mechanical lifts and treatment tables Use the proper equipment based on the patient’s weight, height and shape Choose the least physically demanding device to promote safety

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. Equipment Bed Mechanical lifts (floor vs.ceiling) Non-friction sheets & Air assistive device Turn & position sheets/straps Commode & bedpan Chair, wheelchair & shower chair Blood pressure cuff & abdominal binders ID wristbands, gowns, slippers & linen

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. Bariatric Bed Accessories?

. Owning vs.Renting Equipment Based on number of bariatric admissions Rental costs Space needed to store the equipment

. Patient Transport Map out routes Know the doorway and elevator widths Know the number of staff needed for the transport Communication amongst departments i.e. scheduling for a diagnostic procedure Have the appropriate equipment available for transport & transfers

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. Starts day one on admission Compose & maintain a list of resources ie. healthcare facilities, transportation co., & community services available Inter-departmental, patient and family conferencing Transport requirements and standard weight limit of equipment Return rental equipment immediately after discharge Discharge

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. Establish Bariatric Task Force Goal: -Provide a safe environment of care for both the bariatric patient and healthcare worker.

. Bariatric Task Force Members Administration Nursing (licensed & unlicensed) Rehabilitation PT/OT Plant Operations/ Bio-Medical department Laundry Purchasing

. Emergency vs. Elective Bariatric Admission Design a pathway flow chart Include patient, environment, staff, equipment, & transport guidelines Pathway ends with safe discharge

. Questions

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