PCEO Region II Course Overview
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The Losing Battle
Description
This course will discuss the various types of bariatric surgery, appropriate candidates for these surgeries, the effects of bariatric surgery on future pregnancies, and common post-op issues for these patients. This day will also include case studies and a panel discussion with previous bariatric patients.
Course Objectives
- review anatomy, physiology, and obesity
- describe various types of bariatric surgeries
- identify appropriate candidates for bariatric surgery
- discuss sensitivity issues for the obese and bariatric population
- describe the effects of gastric bypass on subsequent pregnancies and possible complications
- list nutrition guidelines for bariatric patients and recommendations for perinatal care
Information
Contact hours:
|Questions regarding continuing education hours for this program can be directed per email to the PCEO secretary, Alicia Link, LinkA@childrensdayton.org after 2/1/09.
Maximum Attendance: 15 limited seating
Faculty: Experienced Health Care Professionals such as Bariatric Surgeons, Bariatric Nurse Educators, Obstetric Nurses, and Nutritionists, as well as previous bariatric patients.
Target Audience: RNs, LPNs, and other healthcare professionals who work with these patients in the office, clinic, or hospital setting.
Date: April 29, 2009
Time: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
(Registration begins at 7:30 am)
Deadline: April 15, 2009
Location: Miami Valley South, Conference Room m1108
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(2009 Course Offerings - January thru June Booklet is available for download)
Download PCEO Spring 2009 Booklet & Registration PDF
