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biggirl4568

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on: Jul 18, 2018
A patient's weight is an important piece of information needed before bringing a patient into the OR suite.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Once the abdominal cavity is entered, all free 4  4 sponges should be removed from the field.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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

ANS: T
The average OR bed can accommodate 350 lb of body weight. Obese patients require a bed designed to accommodate their body weight and provide necessary padding and positioning aides to prevent injury.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
Once the abdominal cavity is entered, 4  4 sponges should be used only when folded and used on a sponge stick to prevent being lost or misplaced in the abdomen.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

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