Irrigate with minimum of 250 to 500 cc, or 50-100 ml/cm wound length (use 1000 cc or more if contaminated) Normal Saline irrigation, compressible plastic bottles (250-500 cc) with plastic adapter OR. To remove intermittent sutures, hold scissors in dominant hand and forceps in non-dominant hand. Instruct patient to take showers rather than bathe. Keloid formation: A keloid is a large, firm mass of scarlike tissue. The wound is cleaned with an antiseptic to remove encrusted blood and loosened scar tissue. Inform patient the procedure is not painful but the patent may feel some pulling or pinching of the skin during staple removal. What is the purpose of applying Steri-Strips to the incision after removing sutures? 2023 WebMD, Inc. All rights reserved. If a person has received stitches, they should be given instructions for taking care of the stitches and wound, and be given an approximate date to have the stitches removed. PROCEDURE: skin lesion excision Contact physician for further instructions. Studies have been unable to define a golden period for which a wound can safely be repaired without increasing risk of infection. Aware of S&S of infection and to observe wound for same and report any concerns to the healthcare provider. endstream endobj 3 0 obj << /N 1 /Domain [ 0 1 ] /FunctionType 2 /C0 [ 0.12 ] /C1 [ 0.28 ] >> endobj 4 0 obj << /FontFile3 136 0 R /CapHeight 680 /Ascent 708 /Flags 262242 /ItalicAngle -13 /Descent -206 /XHeight 482 /FontName /Times-SemiboldItalic /FontBBox [ -167 -218 1025 919 ] /StemH 110 /Type /FontDescriptor /StemV 110 >> endobj 5 0 obj << /Name /ZaDb /Subtype /Type1 /BaseFont /ZapfDingbats /Type /Font >> endobj 6 0 obj << /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 700 >> stream 13. Non-absorbent sutures are usuallyremoved within 7 to 14 days. Safe Patient Handling, Positioning, and Transfers, Chapter 6. Understanding the various skin-closure procedures and knowing how they are put in and what to expect when they are removed can help overcome much of this anxiety. Supervising Physician (if applicable): _ If there is no concern for vascular compromise to an appendage, then local anesthetic containing epinephrine in a concentration of up to 1:100,000 is safe for use in laceration repair of the digits, including for digital blockade.29,30 Local anesthetic containing epinephrine in a concentration of 1:200,000 is safe for laceration repair of the nose and ears.31 A systematic review documents the safe use of lidocaine with epinephrine (in a concentration up to 1:80,000) in more than 10,000 procedures involving digits without any reported incidence of necrosis.30 Only two studies examined the safety of epinephrine-containing anesthetics in patients with peripheral vascular disease. Sutures should be removed after an appropriate interval depending on location (Table 535 ). Non-absorbent sutures are usually removed within 7 to 14 days. Document procedures and findings according to agency policy. People may feel a pinch or slight pull. What factors increase risk of delayed wound healing? This allows easy access to required supplies for the procedure. 13. eMedicineHealth does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This allows wound to heal by primary intention. Excessive scarring: All wounds will form a scar, and it will take months for a scar to completely contract and remodel to its permanent form. Alternately, the removal of the remaining sutures may be days or weeks later (Perry et al., 2014). 2. The edges of the eyebrow serve as landmarks, so the eyebrow should not be shaved. Do not pull the contaminated suture (suture on top of the skin) below the surface of the skin. Take good care of the wound so it will heal and not scar. 18. Am Fam Physician 2014;89(12):956-962. All wounds form a scar and will take months to one year to completely heal. Complete patient teaching regarding Steri-Strips and bathing, wound inspection for separation of wound edges, and ways to enhance wound healing. Some of your equipment will come in its own sterile package. If there are concerns, question the order and seek advice from the appropriate health care provider. 6. There are different types of sutures techniques. Doctors use a special instrument called a staple remover. Assess wound healing after removal of each suture to determine if each remaining suture will be removed. The process is repeated until all staples are removed. Head wounds may be repaired up to 24 hours after injury.8 Factors that may increase the likelihood of infection include wound contamination, laceration length greater than 5 cm, laceration located on the lower extremities, and diabetes mellitus.9. Care and maintenance includes frequent dressing changes and attention to the peri-wound skin, which is at risk for breakdown in the presence of ++ moisture. Instruct on the importance of not straining during defecation, and of adequate rest, fluids, nutrition, and ambulation for optional wound healing. A health care team member must assess the wound to determine whether or not to remove the sutures. The Steri-Strips will help keep the skin edges together. This material may not otherwise be downloaded, copied, printed, stored, transmitted or reproduced in any medium, whether now known or later invented, except as authorized in writing by the AAFP. Nonabsorbent sutures are usually removed within 7 to 14 days. Remove tape to allow for ease of drain removal. Glynda Rees Doyle and Jodie Anita McCutcheon, Clinical Procedures for Safer Patient Care, Next: 4.6 Moist to Dry Dressing, and Wound Irrigation and Packing, Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Depending on the type of wound, it may be reasonable to close even 18 or more hours after injury. Suture removal is determined by how well the wound has healed and the extent of the surgery. 10. Close-up of staples of a left leg surgical wound. Contact physician for further instructions. All wounds form a scar and will take months to one year to completely heal. Sutureremoval is determined byhow well the wound has healed and the extent of the surgery. Continue to keep the wound clean and dry. Wound dehiscence: Incision edges separate during suture removal; wound opens up, Patient experiences pain when sutures are removed. 1. Avoid monofilament sutures and smaller-size sutures as they may break or inadvertently cut the patient if wound too tightly. Competency Assessment A. Absorbable sutures rapidly break down in the tissues and lose their strength within 60 days. After ruling out intracranial injury, bleeding should be controlled with direct pressure for adequate exploration of the wound. 10. 14. Call a doctor if you have any of these signs and symptoms after stitches (sutures) have been removed, redness, increasing pain, swelling, fever, red streaks progressing away from the sutured site, material (pus) coming from out of the wound, if the wound reopens, and bleeding. These relatively painless steps are continued until the sutures have all been removed. An order to remove sutures must be obtained prior to the procedure, and a comprehensive assessment of the wound site must be performed prior to the removal of the sutures by the healthcare provider. Many aspects of laceration repair have not changed over the years, but there is evidence to support some updates to standard management. You will need sterile suture scissors or suture blade, sterile dressing tray (to clean incision site prior to suture removal), non-sterile gloves, normal saline, Steri-Strips, and sterile outer dressing. Assess wound healing after removal of each suture to determine if each remaining suture will be removed. Grasp knotted end with forceps, and in one continuous action pull suture out of the tissue and place cut knot on sterile 2 x 2 gauze. In general, staples are removed within 7 to 14 days. 14. If bandages are kept in place and get wet, the wet bandage should be replaced with a clean dry bandage. Allow small breaks during removal of sutures. Place a sterile 2 x 2 gauze close to the incision site. Cartilage has poor circulation and is prone to infection and necrosis. PREREQUISITE NURSING KNOWLEDGE Wound healing is a nonspeci c response to injury. Wound becomes red, painful, with increasing pain, fever, drainage from wound. Irrigation with potable tap water rather than sterile saline also does not increase the risk of wound infection. Keep wound clean and dry for the first 24 hours. Irrigation cleanses the wound of debris and dilutes bacterial load before closure. The doctor may restitch the wound or allow the wound to close by itself naturally to lessen the chances of infection. The wound line must also be observed for separations during the process of suture removal. The body determines the shape of the needle and is curved for cutaneous suturing. PROCEDURE: skin cleaned with wound cleanser skin cleaned with Hibiclens skin cleaned with Betadine skin cleaned w NS drain/packing removed closure material removed small amount of purulent . Topical agents commonly used in the United States include lidocaine/epinephrine/tetracaine and lidocaine/prilocaine. Steri-Strips and outer dressing, if indicated. Closure: _ Monsels for hemostasis _ suture _ _ None If using a blade to cut the suture, point the blade away from you and your patient. This scarring extends beyond the original wound and tends to be darker than the normal skin. Continue cutting in the same manner until the entire suture is removed, inspecting the incision line during the procedure. 8-10 Wind the distal portion of the suture tightly around the digit in a closed spiral (Figure 101-2B). Lidocaine (Xylocaine) buffered with sodium bicarbonate decreases the pain associated with injection; this effect is enhanced when the solution is warmed to room temperature. AFP 2014, Other strategies to minimize pain during injection include: 1) Rapidly inserting the needle through the skin, 2) injecting the solution slowly and steadily while withdrawing the needle, and 3) Injecting into the subcutaneous tissue also minimize the pain of injection. To remove dry adhesive, petroleum-based ointment should be applied and wiped away after 30 minutes. Record the time out, indication for the procedure, procedure, type and size of catheter removed, EBL, the outcome, how the patient tolerated the procedure, medications (drug, dose, route, & time) given, complications, and the plan in the note, as well as any teaching and discharge instructions. Many aspects of laceration repair have not changed, but there is evidence to support some updates to standard management. The search included relevant POEMs, Cochrane reviews, diagnostic test data, and a custom PubMed search. No swelling. Author disclosure: No relevant financial affiliation. There are several textbooks that are good to have in your clinic for easy review before procedures. 10. 20. Wound care after suture removal is just as important as it was prior to removal of the stitches. 9. Diagnosis and codes If the same physician who placed the sutures removes them during the original procedure's global period, you cannot report the removal separately. Remove sterile backing to apply Steri-Strips. The healthcare provider must assess the wound to determine whether or not to remove the sutures. Remove remaining staples, followed by applying Steri-Strips along the incision line. Explain process to patient and offer analgesia, bathroom etc. Note the entry and exit points of the suture material. They can be used in nearly every part of the body, internally and externally. The patient was anesthetized. 14. Debridement of facial wounds should be conservative because of increased blood supply to the face. 3. Fernando Daniels III, MD. Gently pull on the knot to remove the suture. 6. Using potable tap water instead of sterile saline for wound irrigation does not increase the risk of infection. PRE-OP DIAGNOSIS: _ The aesthetic outcome may not be as desirable as a suture line, but staples are strong, quick to insert, and simple to remove. PROCEDURE: The appropriate timeout was taken. The wound line must also be observed for separations during the process of suture removal. Sutures must be left in place long enough to establish wound closure with enough strength to support internal tissues and organs. Confirm patient ID using two patient identifiers (e.g., name and date of birth). The muscle layer and oral mucosa should be repaired with 3-0 or 4-0 absorbable sutures, and skin should be repaired with 6-0 or 7-0 nylon sutures. Jasbir is going home with a lower abdominal surgical incision following a c-section. Sterile forceps (tongs or pincers) are used to pick up the knot of each suture, and then surgical scissors or a small knife blade is used to cut the suture. Non-Parenteral Medication Administration, Chapter 7. Tissue adhesive should not be applied to misaligned wound edges. There are three types of sutures techniques: intermittent, blanket, and continuous (see Figure 4.2). An article on wound care was previously published in American Family Physician.2, When a patient presents with a laceration, the physician should obtain a history, including tetanus vaccination status, allergies, and time and mechanism of injury, and then assess wound size, shape, and location.3 If active bleeding persists after application of direct pressure, hemostasis should be obtained using hemostat, ligation, or sutures before further evaluation. Alternate sutures (every second suture) are typically removed first, and the remaining sutures are removed once adequate approximation of the skin tissue is determined. Remove every second suture until the end of the incision line. Penrose drains are pieces of surgical tubing inserted into a surgical site, secured with a suture on the skin surface, and they drain into a sterile dressing (Perry et al., 2018). Excellent anesthesia was obtained. The closed handle depresses the middle of the staple causing the two ends to bend outward and out of the top layer of skin. Stapled surgical wound of the left leg of a 46-year-old woman who underwent femoral artery bypass surgery. Alternate sutures (every second suture) are typically removed first, and the remaining sutures are removed once adequate approximation of the skin tissue is determined. If suture isnt removed, gently pull on suture material to determine the next entry / exit point. Gauze dressings with petroleum gel with or without an antibiotic are commonly used for wounds with some drainage. Explaining the procedure will help prevent anxiety and increase compliance with the procedure. Cut Steri-Strips to allow them to extend 1.5 to 2 cm on each side of incision. Wound well approximated. When both ends of the staple are visible, move the staple extractor away from the skin and place the staple on a sterile piece of gauze by releasing the handles on the staple extractor. Confirm physician order to remove all staples or every second staple. Instruct patient not to pull off Steri-Strips and to allow them to fall off naturally and gradually (usually takes one to threeweeks). What is the purpose of applying Steri-Strips to the incision after removing sutures? 4.5 Staple Removal. At the time of suture removal, the wound has only regained about 5%-10% of its strength. What would be your next steps? About one-third of foreign bodies may be missed on initial inspection.6. HtTn0#9JMsQ=D"y$I{67sx5._0)=MdLII+B^U+[Pp(%;n>^{-+B&>Ve4/I| This step reduces risk of infection from microorganisms on the wound site or surrounding skin. Additional risk factors for dehiscence include age over 75 years, COPD, diagnosis of cancer, use of steroids, malnutrition, anemia, sepsis, obesity, diabetes, tobacco use, and previous administration of chemotherapy or radiotherapy (Spiliotis et al., 2009). Staples are used on scalp lacerations and commonly used to close surgical wounds. %PDF-1.3 % 1 0 obj << /Fields [ ] /DR << /Encoding << /PDFDocEncoding 13 0 R >> /Font << /Helv 9 0 R /ZaDb 5 0 R >> >> /DA (/Helv 0 Tf 0 g ) >> endobj 2 0 obj << /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 455 >> stream An alternative is to remove all sutures on day 3 and support the closure by then applying wound tape. The procedure is easy to learn, and most physicians . 17. There are no significant studies to guide technique choice. The wound location sometimes restricts their use because the staples must be far enough away from organs and structures. Allow the Steri-Strips to fall off naturally and gradually (usually takes one to threeweeks). PROCEDURE 130 Suture and Staple Removal Brian D. Schaad PURPOSE: Sutures and staples are placed to approximate tissues that have been separated. They may require removal depending on where they are used, such as once a skin wound has healed. When removing staples, consider the length of time the staples have been in situ. Do not merely copy and paste a prewritten note element into a patient's chart - "cloning" is unethical, unsafe, and potentially fradulent. Alternately, the removal of the remaining sutures may be days or weeks later (Perry et al., 2014). Position patient appropriately and create privacy for procedure. 14. Do not pull up while depressing handle on staple remover or change the angle of your wrist or hand. July 10, 2018. A single bite with reverse cutting needle or tapered needle (6-0 polypropylene sutures) should be used to approximate skin and perichondrium simultaneously. Examine the knot. 12. 13. Wound Check Visit Note Subjective: The patient presents today for a wound check. Stitches then allow the skin to heal naturally when it otherwise may not come together. Confirm patient ID using two patient identifiers (e.g., name and date of birth). Sutures are tiny threads, wire, or other material used to sew body tissue and skin together. A meta-analysis did not show benefit with the use of prophylactic systemic antibiotics for reducing wound infections in simple, nonbite wounds.60, Wounds heal most quickly in a moist environment.61 Occlusive and semiocclusive dressings lead to faster wound healing, decreased wound contamination, decreased infection rates, and increased comfort compared with dry gauze dressings.62 Choice of moisture retentive dressing should be based on the amount of exudate expected. Confirm physician/nurse practitioner (NP) orders, and explain procedure to patient. date/ time. Using the principles of asepsis,place Steri-Strips perpendicular along the incision line with gaps of approximately 2 to 3 mm between each. 12. 1.2 Infection Prevention and Control Practices, 1.4 Additional Precautions and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), 1.5 Surgical Asepsis and the Principles of Sterile Technique, 1.7 Sterile Procedures and Sterile Attire, 3.6 Assisting a Patient to a Sitting Position and Ambulation, 4.6 Moist to Dry Dressing, and Wound Irrigation and Packing, 6.3 Administering Medications by Mouth and Gastric Tube, 6.4 Administering Medications Rectally and Vaginally, 6.5 Instilling Eye, Ear, and Nose Medications, 7.2 Parenteral Medications and Preparing Medications from Ampules and Vials, 7.3 Intradermal and Subcutaneous Injections, 7.5 Intravenous Medications by Direct IV Route, 7.6 Administering Intermittent Intravenous Medication (Secondary Medication) and Continuous IV Infusions, 7.7 Complications Related to Parenteral Medications and Management of Complications, 8.3 IV Fluids, IV Tubing, and Assessment of an IV System, 8.4 Priming IV Tubing and Changing IV Fluids and Tubing, 8.5 Flushing a Saline Lock and Converting a Saline Lock to a Continuous IV Infusion, 8.6 Converting an IV Infusion to a Saline Lock and Removal of a Peripheral IV, 8.7 Transfusion of Blood and Blood Products, 10.2 Caring for Patients with Tubes and Attachments. 1996-2023 WebMD, Inc. All rights reserved. This 26-year-old man received many cuts and bruises after falling from a 7-story window. Patients with a clean and minor wound should receive the tetanus vaccine only if they have not had a tetanus vaccine for more than 10 years. Close the handle, then gently move the staple side to side to remove. Local anesthetic with epinephrine in a concentration of 1:200,000 is safe for use on the nose and ears. Position patient, lower bed to safe height, andensure patient is comfortable and free from pain. If concerns are present, question the order and seek advice from the appropriate health care provider. We are fullspectrum FamilyMedicine.Our graduates are empowered to serve with continuity of care in all settings, valuing all peoples. Clean techniques suffice if wounds have been exposed to the air and the wound is approximated and healing. Suture Type and Timing of Removal by Location; Suture Types: Absorbable vs. Nonabsorbable Sutures; Ultrasound; Other procedures of interest. For problems with the EHR, call the HCA Helpdesk at (805) 677-5119. 3. Areas with hair also would not be suitable for taping. Non-Parenteral Medication Administration, Chapter 7. One common 5. Table 4.9 lists additional complications related to wounds closed with sutures. Ensure proper body mechanics for yourself and create a comfortable position for the patient. This LOP is developed to guide clinical practice at the Royal Hospital for Women. This allows for dexterity with suture removal. They deny fevers or malaise. 17. Importance of avoiding strain on the wound (i.e., if this is an abdominal wound, no straining during defecation; if this is a knee wound avoid kneeling). Pat dry, do not scrub or rub the incision. _ Shave Biopsy _ Scissors _ Cryotherapy _ Punch (Size _) What would you do next. Discard supplies according to agency policies for sharp disposal and biohazard waste. Patient information: See related handout on taking care of healing cuts. Other methods include surgical staples, skin closure tapes, and adhesives. This prevents the transmission of microorganisms. Syringe 30-60 ml syringe (requires multiple refills) OR. Tetanus prophylaxis should be provided if indicated. 3. These scars can be minimized by applying firm pressure to the wound during the healing process using sterile Steri-Strips or a dry sterile bandage. This action prevents the suture from being left under the skin. Cut Steri-Strips so that theyextend 1.5 to 2 inches on each side of incision. Data source: BCIT, 2010c; Perry et al., 2014. For many people, there is no need for a painful injection of anesthetic when using skin closure tapes. Only remove remaining sutures if wound is well approximated. The staple backs out of the skin the very same direction in which it was placed. If there is no concern for vascular compromise to an appendage, local anesthetic containing epinephrine in a concentration of up to 1:100,000 is safe for use in laceration repair of the digits, including for digital blockade. Traditionally, a large subungual hematoma involving more than 25% of the visible nail indicated nail removal for nail bed inspection and repair, but a recent review concluded that a subungual hematoma without significant fingertip injury can be treated with trephining (drainage through a hole) alone.42, Up to 19% of bite wounds become infected. The 5-0 or 6-0 sutures should be used for the face, and 4-0 sutures should be used for most other areas. Explaining the procedure will help prevent anxiety and increase compliance with the procedure. Bandages can safely be removed from the wound after 48 hours, unless the wound continues to bleed or has a discharge. When wound healing is suf cient to maintain closure, sutures and staples are removed. Instruct patient to take showers rather than bathe. 9. Copyright 2023 American Academy of Family Physicians. Cleanse drain site: 10. Cut under the knot as close as possible to the skin at the distal end of the knot. 18. to improve lung expansion after surgery (e.g., coughing, deep breathing). Learn how BCcampus supports open education and how you can access Pressbooks. Remove remaining sutures on incision line if indicated. A rich blood supply to the scalp causes lacerations to bleed significantly. The goals of laceration repair are to achieve hemostasis and optimal cosmetic results without increasing the risk of infection. Explanation helps prevent anxiety and increases compliance with the procedure. Figure 4.2 Suture techniques. Latham JL, Martin SN: Infiltrative anesthesia in office practice. Keloids occur when the body overreacts when forming a scar. Hand hygiene reduces the risk of infection. . 2021 by Ventura County Medical Center Family Medicine Residency Program. 16. Use of clean nonsterile examination gloves, rather than sterile gloves, during wound repair has little to no impact on rate of subsequent wound infection. 9. 1.2 Infection Prevention and Control Practices, 1.4 Additional Precautions and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), 1.7 Surgical Hand Scrub, Applying Sterile Gloves and Preparing a Sterile Field, 2.5 Head-to-Toe / Systems Approach to Assessment, 2.6 Head-to-Toe Assessment: head and neck / Neurological Assessment, 2.7 Head-to-Toe Assessment: Chest / Respiratory Assessment, 2.8 Head-to-Toe Assessment: Cardiovascular Assessment, 2.9 Head-to-Toe Assessment: Abdominal / Gastrointestinal Assessment, 2.10 Head-to-Toe Assessment: Genitourinary Assessment, 2.11 Head-to-Toe Assessment: Musculoskeletal Assessment, 2.12 Head-to-Toe Assessment: Integument Assessment, 3.3 Risk Assessment for Safer Patient Handling, 3.7 Types of Patient Transfers: Transfers without Mechanical Assistive Devices, 3.8 Types of Patient Transfers: Transfers Using Mechanical Aids, 3.10 Assisting a Patient to Ambulate Using Assistive Devices, 4.3 Wound Infection and Risk of Wound Infection, 4.6 Advanced Wound Care: Wet to Moist Dressing, and Wound Irrigation and Packing, 6.3 Administering Medications by Mouth and Gastric Tube, 6.4 Administering Medications Rectally and Vaginally, 6.5 Instilling Eye, Ear, and Nose Medications, 7.2 Preparing Medications from Ampules and Vials, 7.6 Intravenous Medications by Direct IV (Formerly IV Push), 7.7 Administering IV Medication via Mini-Bag (Secondary Line) or Continuous Infusion, 7.8 IV Medications Adverse Events and Management of Adverse Reactions, 8.2 Intravenous Therapy: Guidelines and Potential Complications, 8.6 Infusing IV Fluids by Gravity or an Electronic Infusion Device (Pump), 8.7 Priming IV Tubing / Changing IV Bags / Changing IV Tubing, 8.8 Flushing and Locking PVAD-Short, Midlines, CVADs (PICCs, Percutaneous Non Hemodialysis Lines), 8.9 Removal of a PVAD-Short, Midline Catheter, Percutaneous Non Hemodialysis CVC, and PICC, 8.11 Transfusion of Blood and Blood Products, 10.2 Caring for Patients with Tubes and Devices, Appendix 2: Checklists - Summary and Links. 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