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Katherine K Sink1,2, Sharmeta Gibbon1,2
1About the authors: Katherine K. Sink, PhD, APRN-CNS, is a Retired Professor, University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio.
Abstract:
Obesity is a worldwide health concern with one highly effective solution being bariatric surgery. The purpose of this descriptive study was to explore the experiences of postoperative bariatric surgery patients related to perceptions of helpful interventions for achieving and maintaining weight loss. Fifteen participants shared their perceived support received and their perceptions of desired support needed after bariatric surgery. The results indicated that the participants felt they primarily received support from their spouse/significant other and others who had surgery. They felt additional support was needed in the areas of nutrition, exercise, mental/emotional health, and expected stages of recovery, provided during the time when the information was needed. According to the participants, this support could be delivered in online educational modules or via telemedicine. While bariatric surgery can result in significant weight loss, ongoing support is necessary to help patients address postsurgical complications, adjustment to lifestyle modifications, maintenance of weight loss, and emotional support during times of stress.
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