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What is the first layer closed during the closure of an abdominal incision?
What is the first layer closed during the closure of an abdominal incision?
- Anterior fascia
- Muscle
- Posterior fascia
- Subcutaneous tissue (fat) (correct)
In extremely obese individuals or when encountering stress, what additional precaution may a surgeon take during closure of abdominal incisions?
In extremely obese individuals or when encountering stress, what additional precaution may a surgeon take during closure of abdominal incisions?
- Posterior fascia closure
- Muscle reflection
- Anterior fascia closure
- Retention sutures through all layers of the abdomen (correct)
Why is anterior fascia closure considered of extreme importance in post-operative abdominal wall strength?
Why is anterior fascia closure considered of extreme importance in post-operative abdominal wall strength?
- To prevent accumulation of tissue fluids
- To re-establish post-operative abdominal wall strength (correct)
- To avoid tearing of fascia during sudden stress
- To eliminate dead spaces
What is the layer of firm connective tissue that covers muscles in the abdomen?
What is the layer of firm connective tissue that covers muscles in the abdomen?
What is the thin membranous lining of the abdominal cavity beneath the posterior fascia?
What is the thin membranous lining of the abdominal cavity beneath the posterior fascia?
Which term describes a location towards the front of the body?
Which term describes a location towards the front of the body?
What does the term 'Proximal' indicate?
What does the term 'Proximal' indicate?
In which position is the body tilted downward 30 to 40 degrees with the legs angulated downward beneath the knees?
In which position is the body tilted downward 30 to 40 degrees with the legs angulated downward beneath the knees?
What is the imaginary line which runs down the side of the body starting at the armpit called?
What is the imaginary line which runs down the side of the body starting at the armpit called?
Which plane divides the body into front and back sections?
Which plane divides the body into front and back sections?
