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mydiamond

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on: Jul 18, 2018
What type of stitch is more likely to be used on stomach, colon, or bladder?
 
  a. Absorbable
  b. Nonabsorbable
  c. Disposable
  d. Reabsorbable

Question 2

Which type of suture is less traumatic and glides easily through tissue?
 
  a. Monofilament
  b. Polyfilament
  c. Unafilament
  d. Bifilament


smrtceo

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

ANS: A
Tissues that heal rapidly such as stomach, colon, or bladder may be closed with absorbable suture.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Monofilament suture consists of a single threadlike structure. Monofilament is generally less traumatic and smoothly glides through tissue without catching.


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