TRUE statement about surgical sutures, EXCEPT?

Appeared in: NORCET -4 , 2023

Explanation

The question requires identifying the false statement among the options provided.
The statement about Nylon is incorrect, making it the correct answer for this 'EXCEPT' question.
Nylon is a synthetic, non-absorbable suture, not an absorbable one. It is made from polyamide polymers, not polypropylene.
Polypropylene is a different material used for sutures like Prolene.

Option A: This is a true statement. Vicryl (Polyglactin 910) is a synthetic, braided, absorbable suture.
Option B: This is a true statement. Silk is a natural, braided, non-absorbable suture.
Option C: This is a true statement. Monocryl (Poliglecaprone 25) is a synthetic, absorbable suture.

Visual 1: Chart: A comparative chart of common surgical sutures, detailing their material, structure (monofilament vs. braided), absorbability, and common uses.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Classification and properties of surgical sutures as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Selecting the appropriate suture material is a fundamental surgical skill critical for optimal wound healing and patient outcomes.
Using a non-absorbable suture like Nylon in a location where an absorbable one is needed (e.g., deep in the urinary bladder) can lead to complications like stone formation (nidus for infection).
Conversely, using an absorbable suture like Vicryl to repair a structure that requires permanent support (e.g., a hernia repair) would lead to failure of the repair as the suture dissolves.

How to Approach the Question

First, recognize the keyword 'EXCEPT'. This means you are looking for the single statement that is FALSE.
Systematically evaluate each option for its factual accuracy regarding suture properties.
Option A: Is Vicryl braided and absorbable? Yes, this is a common absorbable suture. The statement is TRUE.
Option B: Is Silk braided and non-absorbable? Yes, this is a classic non-absorbable suture. The statement is TRUE.
Option C: Is Monocryl absorbable? Yes, it's a frequently used absorbable suture for skin. The statement is TRUE.
Option D: Is Nylon a polypropylene and absorbable suture? No, this contains two errors. Nylon is non-absorbable, and it is made of polyamide, not polypropylene. The statement is FALSE.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Classification and properties of surgical sutures.
Stem keywords: surgical sutures
Lead-in keywords: TRUE statement, EXCEPT
Negative lead-in flag: The question asks for the exception or the false statement.

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