The nurse plans to remove the client’s sutures. Which action demonstrates appropriate standards of care? Select all that apply. 1. Use clean technique. 2. Grasp the suture at the knot with a pair of...

The nurse plans to remove the client’s sutures. Which action demonstrates appropriate standards of care? Select all that apply.

1. Use clean technique.

2. Grasp the suture at the knot with a pair of forceps.

3. Place the curved tip of the suture scissors under the suture as close to the skin as possible.

4. Pull the suture material that is visible beneath the skin during removal.

5. Remove alternate sutures first.