What item should be on the sterile field while an ESU is being used during a procedure?
a. Dry sponges
b. A full basin of saline to immerse the ESU between uses
c. A suction evacuator device
d. Monopolar ESU
ANS: C
Only moist sponges should be kept on the field while the ESU is in use. Dry sponges can ignite. A suction evacuator device should be placed as close to the source of plume as possible to maximize the evacuation of smoke and enhance visibility at the surgical site.
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