Why is it necessary to remove body piercings before a surgical procedure?

a. Body piercings can encourage infection or positioning injuries.
b. They don't need to be removed.
c. Only the piercings in the surgical area need to be removed.
d. Only oral piercings need to be removed.

ANS: A
All body piercing jewelry should be removed before surgery because they can cause infection, positioning and pressure injuries, become dislodged or lost, cause burns from electricity currents, and interfere with catheterization.