Ever had one of those days in the OR where everything just seems to be a comedy of errors? I was mid-surgery on a particularly wiggly beagle when my assistant dropped a whole tray of instruments. We had to pause as this little guy took the opportunity to stretch out and survey the room. Never knew a surgical table could turn into a stage for doggy drama like that.
I totally get it! One time, I had a cat take a leap off the table mid-surgery. It can be chaotic, but I try to keep a few extra instruments close by just in case.
I had a similar situation where a cat went exploring mid-surgery, too. It can be wild, but having a buddy system really helps — my assistant keeps an eye on the patient while I focus on the task. Have you thought about setting up a secure area for those lively pups like the beagle you mentioned?
Those moments can be hilarious! I’d suggest having a designated catch-all tray for instruments next time. What’s your go-to method for keeping them organized during chaos?