title: Safety and usability of hemostats, sealants, and adhesives.
abstract: Hemostats, sealants, and adhesives are an integral part of surgical patient care. Nurses who have knowledge about these agents can better help ensure safe, efficient surgical patient care. As a caregiver and patient advocate, the perioperative nurse must understand the most current information about these agents and be prepared to facilitate the transfer of this knowledge to all caregivers. Information about these agents, including the contraindications, warnings, and precautions associated with their use as well as their preparation and application, is provided here. Algorithms designed to clarify the best options for using hemostats, sealants, and adhesives are included as well.
authors: Sandra
authors: S
authors: Burks
authors: William
authors: W
authors: Spotnitz
mesh_terms: D000269:Adhesives / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D015718:Fibrin Tissue Adhesive / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006490:Hemostatics / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D061214:Patient Safety
chemical_list: D000269:Adhesives; D015718:Fibrin Tissue Adhesive; D006490:Hemostatics
keywords: adhesives; algorithms; hemostasis; hemostats; safety; sealants; surgical bleeding; usability