Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Exam Practice Question

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: When removing sutures, lifting the knot toward the wound (Option B) is essential as it helps reduce tension on the tissue, minimizing discomfort and preventing the wound from reopening.

Option A, performing a sterile hand scrub, is unnecessary for suture removal, as the procedure does not require a sterile environment. Option C, cutting the sutures in the middle of the wound, can cause trauma to the tissue and is not recommended; sutures should be cut close to the knot. Option D, cleaning the wound with a disinfectant, may irritate the healing tissue; gentle cleansing with saline is typically preferred.