NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which is a possible complication of rapid weight loss after bariatric surgery?

Kidney stones
Liver failure
Gallstones
Peptic ulcer

The correct answer is: Gallstones

Bariatric surgery involves reducing the size of the stomach, leading to significant weight loss. This weight loss can sometimes occur too rapidly and cause complications. While it is logical to think that kidney stones, liver failure, and peptic ulcers might be related to rapid weight loss, they are not the most likely complication. Kidney stones are usually formed due to high levels of certain substances in the urine, such as calcium, and are not caused by weight loss. Liver failure is a serious condition that can have multiple causes, including alcohol consumption and medication reactions, but it is not directly linked to rapid weight loss after bariatric surgery. Peptic ulcers are sores that develop in the lining of the stomach or small intestine, most commonly caused by infection or long-term use of certain medications. While rapid weight loss could potentially irritate an existing ulcer, it is not a known complication of bariatric surgery. Gallstones, on the other hand, can develop as a result of rapid weight loss after bariatric surgery. When the body breaks down fat, it releases more cholesterol into the bile, increasing the risk of developing gallstones. Therefore, C is the correct answer.