Once the Initial Skin Incision Has Been Made,the Scalpel Must

question 3

True/False

Once the initial skin incision has been made,the scalpel must be removed from the field to avoid injuring the patient or a surgical team member.

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Definitions:

Phlebitis

Inflammation of a vein, usually in the legs, that can cause pain, swelling, redness, and sometimes leading to thrombosis.

Veins Inflammation

Also known as phlebitis, a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the veins, leading to pain and swelling.

Artery Wall

The multilayered structure of arteries, designed to withstand high pressure from heartbeats and effectively transport blood away from the heart.

Subclavian Artery

A major artery that supplies blood to the head and arms.