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What is the purpose of using a hemostat in the context described?
What is the purpose of using a hemostat in the context described?
- To minimize damage to soft tissues during needle insertion
- To grasp and remove the visible proximal end of a needle fragment from soft tissue (correct)
- To prevent the insertion of needle fragments into soft tissue
- To secure the needle hub after insertion into soft tissue
What potential harm can a needle fragment cause if it remains in soft tissue?
What potential harm can a needle fragment cause if it remains in soft tissue?
- Serious damage to surrounding structures like nerves and blood vessels (correct)
- No harm as long as the fragment is small
- Minimal impact on surrounding structures
- Only temporary discomfort to the patient
Why is it important to remove a needle fragment from soft tissue?
Why is it important to remove a needle fragment from soft tissue?
- To reduce pain for the patient
- To prevent serious damage to the soft tissues and surrounding structures (correct)
- To ensure proper healing of the insertion site
- To avoid infection at the insertion site
What caution should be observed when inserting needles in extremely phobic adults?
What caution should be observed when inserting needles in extremely phobic adults?
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What is the recommended approach when inserting a needle into soft tissue?
What is the recommended approach when inserting a needle into soft tissue?
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What precaution is advised when inserting needles in younger, immature children?
What precaution is advised when inserting needles in younger, immature children?
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