Suture Size + Needle

Question 1

Suture size have a number system that goes from ____________ to ___________

Answer 1

Larger (5) to smaller (1)

Question 2

What is OT slang for

Answer 2

Zero

Question 3

OT system goes from larger to smaller. The more zeros there are the ___________ the suture size

Answer 3

Smaller

Question 4

What is the most important thing to remember when choosing a suture and it’s strength?

Answer 4

It has to be as strong as the tissue you’re suturing

Question 5

When choosing a suture type, what three things does the suture have to be strong enough for/ to maintain

Answer 5

1. Until the tissue is stronger
2. Tissue types
3. Disease conditions

Question 6

Why do we take out sutures in 10-14 days for skin

Answer 6

Bc the tissue is stronger than the suture, and the tissue can now hold itself

Question 7

Two things to keep in mind for different tissues when choosing suture

Answer 7

1. Tissue condition
2. Tissue sutured

Question 8

Two reasons an eyed suture needle is not ideal

Answer 8

1. Their bulky end causes tissue trauma
2. They will be dull after reusing (from autoclave steam + multiple uses)

Question 9

Swaged suture needles are ____________ ____________, resulting in a smooth end, which causes less ___________

Answer 9

Suture crimped
Trauma

Question 10

Suture needle bodies can be curved or straight. Why are some needles curved

Answer 10

To allow you to drive through tissues without a needle holder