Author Question: A patient's weight is an important piece of information needed before bringing a patient into the OR ... (Read 51 times)

biggirl4568 · **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.

Expo · **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.