8b:Suture And Staple Removal

Question 1

What you should hold suture ends with

Answer 1

Thumb forceps using non dominant hand

Question 2

Steps to suture removal

Answer 2

Hold suture ends w forceps
Pull taut
Slide notched ends of scissors under suture
Cut and pull suture out

Question 3

Staple removal procedure

Answer 3

Slide double pronged end of staple remover under staple
Squeeze handles together
Single prong will congress center of staple, lifting claws from skin