Weighing Sponges Is a Valuable Tool for Meticulous Calculation of Blood

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Multiple Choice

Weighing sponges is a valuable tool for meticulous calculation of blood and fluid loss when conducted correctly and used in appropriate circumstances.Select the response that correctly reflects the best practice in weighing sponges.

• A) Calculate all sponge weight results at the end of the case.
• B) Use the following to calculate loss:1.5 grams = 1.2 milliliters = 1.5 cc.
• C) Consider saline-soaked sponges equal to blood-soaked sponges when urine is involved in the operative field.
• D) Combine sponge weight values with irrigation measurement values to calculate estimated blood loss.

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