Which statement is true regarding a stainless steel suture?
a. A stainless steel suture is very elastic.
b. Stainless steel may not be used when an infection is present.
c. Stainless steel is used in the respiratory tract.
d. Stainless steel is cut only with Mayo suture scissors.
ANS: C
Stainless steel is inert in strength and has high tensile strength, lacks elasticity, is cut with wire scissors only, is not crimped, and may be used in the presence of infection.
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