You are about to assist on an unfortunate surgical procedure in which a child's foot is to be amputated. What should the team do prior to starting the procedure to ensure the proper foot is being removed?

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Performing a "time-out" is a critical step before starting any surgical procedure. This process involves the surgical team pausing to confirm the patient's identity, the surgical procedure, and the exact site of the surgery, ensuring that the correct surgery is performed on the correct site and patient.

You Are About to Assist on an Unfortunate Surgical Procedure