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PUBLISHED: Incorrect Number of Sponges in the Initial Count

Incorrect Number of Sponges in the Initial Count
Cindy Fletcher, M.Ed., CST
North Shore Community College, Danvers, MA

An incorrect surgical sponge count must be managed immediately in order to minimize the risk of harm to the patient. This educational video explains the appropriate actions to take when an incorrect sponge count is identified during the initial sponge count.