Author Question: A(n) ________ suture is a continuous suture used to approximate the open ends of a lumen. It is ... (Read 89 times)

rosent76 · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

A(n) ________ suture is a continuous suture used to approximate the open ends of a lumen. It is traditionally used during an appendectomy to close the base of the appendix after the distal portion is removed.

A. interrupted C. mattress
B. running D. purse-string

Question 2

In areas where great strength is required, such as abdominal incisions, ________ sutures are used in conjunction with routine abdominal suture layers to add support to the closure.

A. retention C. horizontal mattress
B. continuous D. vertical mattress