Place the Steps of Suture Removal in Order

question 55

Multiple Choice

Place the steps of suture removal in order.
1) Count the sutures removed
2) Gently lift the suture away from the tissue
3) Cut the thread below the knot close to the tissue
4) Remove the suture
5) Debride the suture site

• A) 5, 1, 2, 3, 4
• B) 1, 5, 3, 2, 4
• C) 5, 2, 3, 4, 1
• D) 2, 3, 5, 4, 1

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Definitions:

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