Exam 4: Sutures and Suture Needles

A _______________________ needle dissects the tissue rather than cutting it.

Ethilon is made of _______________________ fiber.

An RB needle is usually used during what type of procedures?

________________________ suture consists of more than one strand.

A _______________________ needle is straight instead of curved.

Which needle is designed specifically for suturing in the throat during a tonsillectomy?

The surgeon wishes to put retention sutures into a large midline abdominal wound.Which suture would be the most appropriate for you to have ready?

You should load sutures with your fingers.

What is the purpose of a retention suture bolster?

Name one advantage and one disadvantage of a monofilament suture.

The T needle has a __________________________ point.

A PC needle is used mainly on cartilage.

Prolene may be clear or purple.

Why is it important to put your needles and needle holders in the same place on your back table or Mayo stand each time you set up and during surgery?

Dermabond should not be used in patients with a __________________sensitivity.

What are the three parts of a swedged suture needle?

The GS needle has a spatula tip.

Vicryl is an absorbable suture.

The name of the item pictured is:

Chromic Gut should not be used in neurosurgical or ____________________ procedures.