The nurse caring for a patient after an arthroscopy procedure assesses the puncture wound and observes that it is closed with:
A) Adhesive strips or sutures
B) Staples or sutures
C) Adhesive strips or staples
D) A clear, sterile occlusive dressing
Ans: A
Feedback: After an arthroscopy, the puncture wound is closed with adhesive strips or sutures and covered with a sterile dressing.
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