What are the three types of surgical counts and when do you perform a recount?

• A. Sponge, sharps, and instrument counts; initial count before incision, interim counts as items are added, and final count before wound closure; recount if discrepancy or item loss occurs.
• B. Medication, equipment, and sponges; after incision only.
• C. Sponge and instrument only; only at start and end.
• D. Gown, glove, and drape counts; during the timeout.

Answer: (D)