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What are the primary uses of sutures and needles?
What are the primary uses of sutures and needles?
Which needle part is NOT correctly matched with its description?
Which needle part is NOT correctly matched with its description?
What is the purpose of color coding in sutures?
What is the purpose of color coding in sutures?
How long does it usually take for sutures on the face to be removed?
How long does it usually take for sutures on the face to be removed?
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Which type of tissue closure is considered below skin surfaces according to the text?
Which type of tissue closure is considered below skin surfaces according to the text?
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In which area are traffic restrictions not limited according to the provided text?
In which area are traffic restrictions not limited according to the provided text?
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What are the main components of a needle?
What are the main components of a needle?
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Which type of needle is associated with potential complications like hypotension and paralysis?
Which type of needle is associated with potential complications like hypotension and paralysis?
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What is the purpose of color coding in sutures?
What is the purpose of color coding in sutures?
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When should sutures on the neck typically be removed?
When should sutures on the neck typically be removed?
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What materials are sutures derived from according to the provided text?
What materials are sutures derived from according to the provided text?
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In which area does the text mention unrestricted traffic and include locations like Clacker rooms and offices?
In which area does the text mention unrestricted traffic and include locations like Clacker rooms and offices?
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Study Notes
Sutures and Needles Uses
- Hold wound edges together
- Occlude blood vessels
- Prevent wound contamination
Needle Parts
- Eye
- Body
- Point
Needle Types
- Atraumatic needle
- Traumatic needle
- Point types:
- Taper point
- Blunt taper point
- Cutting edge
- Reverse cutting edge
- Taper cut
Suture Color Coding
- Chromic gut: Brown
- Plain gut: Yellow
- Vicryl: Violet
- Silk: Light blue
- Cotton: Pink
- Nylon: Green
When to Remove Sutures
- Face: 3-5 days
- Neck: 5-7 days
- Scalp: 7-10 days
- Abdomen: 10-14 days
- Extremity: 21 days
Suture Materials
- Derived from human or animal hair, animal intestines, and plant material
- Used for soft tissue closure below skin surfaces, dura, fascia, GI, muscle, nerve, pleura, vessels, and friable tissues
Perioperative Nursing
- Pre-operative phase: From decision for surgery to transfer to the operating room
- Needs consent for BIRA (Blood transfusion, Invasive Radiation, Anesthesia)
- ligaments, tendons, calcified or Fibrous tissue
Areas of the O.R
- Unrestricted area: Traffic not limited (e.g. locker rooms, offices)
- Restricted areas: Mucosa, bronchu, calcified tissues, nasal oral cavity, periosteum, trachea, uterus, vessels
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Test your knowledge on the uses of sutures and needles in medical procedures. Learn about different types of needle parts and their complications. Explore the color coding system used for different types of sutures.
