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Lateral Canthotomy Kit List

Equipment list for performing a lateral canthotomy PPE Gloves, sterile, size 8.5 (9 if 8.5 n/a, 8 if neither available) Gown, sterile, size XL (L if XL n/a) Mask, surgical Hair net Equipment ICU Basic procedure pack (large preferably, or small) essential components: scissors (sharp/sharp), artery clamp, non-toothed forceps, galli-pots, gauze 10cm squares, prep forceps, […]

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02/06/2021
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 |  Category: Kit Lists

Mechanisms of involuntary patient care

The default assumption must be that a patient is free and capable of making decisions about things which concern them. To commit a person to involuntary treatment is an action of last-resort and may only be undertaken in specific circumstances. Types of involuntary treatment The detention of patients against their will falls under two main […]

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19/05/2021
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 |  Category: Mental Health