Staple removal (clinical skill)

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Last updated 3:55 AM on 9/12/26
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Why do pts get staples?

Keeps wound edges together after a large incision to promote wound healing

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Indications for staple removal?

When wound edges are healed

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Equipment needed

  • Sterile dressing pack

  • Staple remover

  • Normal saline sachet

  • Bluey

  • Gauze

  • ¼ inch steri strips

  • Tegaderm

  • Melolin

  • Appropriate dressing

  • Clean gloves

  • Sterile gloves

  • Sharps container

  • Rubbish bag


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What should you do 30 mins before procedure?

Give pain relief

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What should you assess BEFORE removing the staples?

Signs of infection


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What should you assess AFTER removing staples

Dehiscence


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What to do if dehiscence occurs

  • Stop removing staples

  • Put steri strip on wound

  • Notify doctor


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What to document

  • Date/time

  • Procedure

  • Wound assessment

  • Analgesia provided

  • No of staples

  • Dressing applied (if used)

  • Steri stips used (if any)

  • Any complications

  • Pt response


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Where do you place staples after removing them to count?

Gauze