Which type of suture material should not be used in hollow organs or in the skin where the suture is exposed, due to its capillary characteristics?
  1. Absorbable
  2. Monofilament
  3. Multifilament
  4. Nonabsorbable
Explanation
Answer: C. Multifilament suture material should not be used in hollow organs or in the skin where the suture is exposed. The braided strands of suture act as a wick leaking or drawing in bacteria to or from surrounding tissues.
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