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What is the primary rule to follow when the abdominal cavity is opened during surgery?
What is the primary rule to follow when the abdominal cavity is opened during surgery?
- Notify the anesthesiologist of any postoperative complications
- Use a Bovie blade to facilitate suction
- Maintain a clean and organized surgical field
- Count the 4x4 sponges and keep them on a stick (correct)
What is the purpose of counting sponges and needles during surgery?
What is the purpose of counting sponges and needles during surgery?
- To determine the prognosis of the patient
- To ensure accurate billing for surgical supplies
- To alert the surgical team to potential postoperative complications
- To maintain aseptic technique and prevent complications (correct)
Why is it important to keep the Bovie blade clean and suction free of debris?
Why is it important to keep the Bovie blade clean and suction free of debris?
- To prevent electrical shock during surgery
- To ensure accurate hemostasis and tissue dissection (correct)
- To reduce postoperative pain and discomfort
- To maintain aseptic technique and prevent infection
What is a potential postoperative complication that the surgical team should monitor for?
What is a potential postoperative complication that the surgical team should monitor for?
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Why is it important to check the drains after surgery?
Why is it important to check the drains after surgery?
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