A recount of counts should be performed if which condition arises?

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A recount of counts should be performed if which condition arises?

Counting is a safety check in the OR to confirm that every item counted before and during the procedure is accounted for and that nothing is left inside the patient. A recount is necessary whenever there is a discrepancy between counts or when an item cannot be located and is considered missing. This prompts a team verification, a careful search of the surgical field, patient, and room, and may involve imaging to find the missing item. If all counts are correct with no discrepancy, there’s no need to recount. Discrepancies require immediate corrective action, surgeon communication, and proper documentation. Counts are performed at key times during the case to maintain accuracy and prevent retained items.

Counting is a safety check in the OR to confirm that every item counted before and during the procedure is accounted for and that nothing is left inside the patient. A recount is necessary whenever there is a discrepancy between counts or when an item cannot be located and is considered missing. This prompts a team verification, a careful search of the surgical field, patient, and room, and may involve imaging to find the missing item. If all counts are correct with no discrepancy, there’s no need to recount. Discrepancies require immediate corrective action, surgeon communication, and proper documentation. Counts are performed at key times during the case to maintain accuracy and prevent retained items.

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