Retained objects after surgery

retained objects after surgery

The patient leaves the operating room with a sponge, a clamp, or a towel inside. What is the impact on the patient of a retained object after surgery? We’ve heard the stories of the patient’s clamp that sets off the metal detector in the airport, but many patients find out about the presence of a…

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Incorrect sponge count

operating room nursing liability

Operating room nurses are at high risk for being sued for an incorrect sponge count. Correct sponge counts are critical to avoid retained sponges and complications for the patient. Can people in the operating room multitask when it comes to counting sponges? I know surgeons listen to music, talk about the stock market and their…

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