"Pray before surgery, but remember God will not alter a faulty incision" ~Arthur Keeney
- Most common nosocomial infections are from Surgical Sites
- 38% of hospital acquired infections
- Ensure aseptic techniques are used during dressing changes
- Inspect site where hardware enters skin for signs of infection
- Site where percutaneous lead enters chest
- Should be found upon thorough assessment [27]
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