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Marty

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Which statement is true regarding suture knot tying?
 
  a. Place the knot in a noticeable spot.
  b. Tie the knot toward a weak blood supply.
  c. Tie the knot toward a vital structure.
  d. Tie the knot away from a potential irritant such as the nares.

Question 2

Which statement is true regarding a stainless steel suture?
 
  a. A stainless steel suture is very elastic.
  b. Stainless steel may not be used when an infection is present.
  c. Stainless steel is used in the respiratory tract.
  d. Stainless steel is cut only with Mayo suture scissors.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Knots should be tied towards the better blood supply, the mark that is less noticeable, and away from a vital structure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Stainless steel is inert in strength and has high tensile strength, lacks elasticity, is cut with wire scissors only, is not crimped, and may be used in the presence of infection.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Wow, this really help

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