At the Conclusion of a Surgical Procedure, It Has Been

question 16

Multiple Choice

At the conclusion of a surgical procedure, it has been determined that one sponge is missing. How should the nurse manage this situation?

• A) Ask housekeeping personnel to look for the missing sponge while preparing the surgical suite for the next procedure.
• B) Ask the surgeon to recount the sponges along with the nurse.
• C) Refer to AORN standards for guidance.
• D) Call the nursing supervisor to report the missing sponge.

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Definitions:

Second Intention

A method of wound healing where the wound is left open and allowed to close naturally without surgical closure.

Heavy Exudate

A condition characterized by the release of large amounts of fluid and proteins from blood vessels into surrounding tissues, commonly seen in wounds.

Sacral Region

The area of the lower back that is near the base of the spine, consisting of five fused vertebrae.

Saline-Soaked

Describes material, often gauze or another fabric, that is saturated with a saline solution, commonly used in medical settings to clean wounds or provide moisture.