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Question 1

length of time for scar to hold its own:

skin

Answer 1

5-10 days

Question 2

length of time for scar to hold its own:

mucosa

Answer 2

5-7 days

Question 3

length of time for scar to hold its own:

subcutaneous

Answer 3

7-14 days

Question 4

length of time for scar to hold its own:

peritoneum

Answer 4

7-14 days

Question 5

length of time for scar to hold its own:

fascia

Answer 5

60 days

Question 6

most important principles about suturing to remember?

most important one?

Answer 6

select proper materials and needle
penetrate tissue at 90 degrees
proper tension on the wound
appropriate knot tying
eliminate surgical dead space***

elimination of dead space