To achieve the goal of leaving as little foreign material in a wound, the ideal suture selected should have:
A) a large diameter gauge
B) an antibacterial coating over it
C) tightly braided fibers with capillarity
D) high-tensile strength and small diameter

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High-tensile strength and small diameter sutures are best suited for leaving as little foreign material in a wound. Large diameter gauge and tightly braided fibers with capillarity tend to leave more foreign material in the wound, and antibacterial coating doesn't necessarily reduce foreign material.

To Achieve the Goal of Leaving as Little Foreign Material