Nursing Care of the Super Bariatric Patient: Challenges and Lessons Learned

Purpose: The purpose of this article is to describe the care of a "super bariatric" patient. Design and Methods: We used a case study approach to describe the complex interdisciplinary care challenges posed in the care of a super bariatric patient at a Veterans Administration Hospital in the Midwest. Findings: Nurses and other healthcare providers discovered ways to provide high-quality patient-centered care under challenging conditions and also ensure the safety and well-being of nursing staff and other providers. Conclusions/Clinical Relevance: An interdisciplinary, patient-centered approach with advance planning and coordination is necessary to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality nursing care to veterans with complex health problems who are "super bariatric."