COMMENT
Obesity is measured by a screening tool measuring one’s body mass index (BMI). Body mass index is measured by your height and weight. A BMI of 30.0 or higher means a person is obese. Being obese is an unhealthy weight that is over what would be normal.
What health risks associated with obesity does Mr. C. have? Is bariatric surgery an appropriate intervention? Why or why not?
Mr.C’s health risk includes heart disease, diabetes, cancer, respiratory issues, physical immobility issues, and mental issues. Premature death. (1)
If Mr.C has done everything to try and lose weight on his own and nothing has worked, then I believe bariatric surgery would be an appropriate intervention. Some patients don’t even try to lose the weight the correct way and go for the easy way out. Complications of having bariatric surgery will pose problems when the patient continues to live this unhealthy life style post-surgery. Bariatric surgery may improve quality of health. It may treat or control diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease (2).
