The nurse prepares to remove the client's sutures and staples. Which should the nurse implement before removal?
1. Assess the type of suture material used.
2. Snip off both ends of the suture material.
3. Cleanse crusting with hydrogen peroxide.
4. Plan staple removal for postoperative day 5.
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1. The nurse determines the type of material used for wound closure before removing the staples or sutures for efficient time management and proper preparation for removal. The nurse avoids starting the procedures without suitable supplies to avoid client exposure, discomfort, and dissa-tisfaction.
2. The nurse avoids snipping off both ends of the suture material to keep the sutures visible at all times; that way the nurse always has an end to grasp for removal.
3. The nurse avoids using hydrogen peroxide, a long-standing cleansing agent, for wound care or removal of staples or sutures because it is too harsh for topical use.
4. Generally, postoperative day 5 is too early for staple removal; therefore, the nurse removes staples on days 7-10.
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