Sutures for General Surgery

At what angle should the needle enter the skin?

• 45 degrees
• 90 degrees
• 30 degrees
• 60 degrees

True/False: Silk suture is absorbable.

• True
• False

A stitch that is tied and cut before placing another stitch is called _______.

• continuous
• noncontinuous
• interrupted
• halting

Which of the following is NOT a consideration for suture selection?

• Location
• Depth
• Type of wound
• Wound color

What’s is the most significant difference between a monofilament suture and a braided or twisted suture?

• Length
• Tissue Drag
• Weight
• Color

True/False: Catgut sutures are made from cat guts.

• True
• False

What type of needle is used for wound and laceration care?

• a reverse cutting needle
• a tapered needle

When are tapered needles used?

• To stitch soft tissue
• To connect broken cartilage
• To give shots

True/False:  A closed facial wound can tolerate more tension on the suture line than is usually allowed.

• True
• False

For eyebrow lacerations how long do you leave the ends? 

• Long
• Medium
• Short