The second stage of wound healing is the _____ stage or tissue formation phase. It lasts from 5 to 20 days, and during this phase the actual repair of tissue takes place.

Bone wax is used during thoracic surgery to seal off oozing blood from bone.

Avitene helps promote the coagulation process.

 Bipolar cautery requires a dispersive pad.

Sterile items and individuals may ____.

A hematoma may become a reservoir for infection. If continuous production of serum or serosanguineous fluid is anticipated, a(n) ____ is used during wound closure.

If the surgical technologist contaminates both layers of  his/her gloves during a surgical procedure, a sterile team member must re-glove him or her.

The second stage of wound healing is the _____ stage or tissue formation phase. It lasts from 5 to 20 days, and during this phase the actual repair of tissue takes place.

Avitene is a form of ____.

_________ suture needles may be used to approximate blood vessels and other circular structures.