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SELF/Perioperative Nursing/Suturing and Suture Removal/Suture Materials and Preparation Quiz

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Instructions

Work through each question carefully to choose the best answer, and submit the quiz to view your results. After completing the quiz, read through the answer explanations to review the reasoning behind both correct and incorrect options.

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1

A nurse prepares sutures for closure of a facial laceration where cosmetic outcome is important. Which suture material and gauge are most appropriate?

Chromic Gut, 2-0
Nylon, 6-0
Vicryl, 2-0
Prolene, 2-0

2

Which statement correctly compares braided and monofilament sutures?

Braided sutures produce less tissue drag than monofilament sutures
Monofilament sutures provide better knot security than braided sutures
Braided sutures should always be used for skin closure
Monofilament sutures are less likely to harbor microorganisms because they consist of a single strand

3

A perioperative nurse is preparing for closure of a deep laceration in a confined operative field. Which needle characteristic would best facilitate suturing?

Straight cutting needle
Curved reverse cutting needle
Straight tapered needle
Blunt needle

4

Which arrangement best prepares the sterile field for efficient skin suturing?

Arrange instruments randomly so they can be reached from either side of the field
Place the sharps container outside the procedure area to maximize sterile workspace
Position the needle holder centrally, arrange forceps and scissors for easy access, and organize sutures by type and size before beginning
Open additional suture packets in advance so every size is immediately available

5

Why should the perioperative nurse prepare alternative suture materials and instruments before wound closure begins?

To allow several closure techniques to be performed simultaneously
To anticipate changing procedural needs and minimize interruptions during wound closure
To reduce the need for wound assessment during the procedure
To eliminate the need for communication with the proceduralist

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Part of Skin Closure and Suturing - ECSACONM
Keywords surgery, health
SDG SDG03 Good health and well-being
Authors Ian-laurel
License CC-BY-SA-4.0
Organizations ECSACONM, SELF
Language English (en)
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Created July 30, 2026 by Ian-laurel-1
Last edit July 30, 2026 by StandardWikitext bot
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