Which of the following items would be considered case dependent in a surgical setting?

In a surgical setting, suture materials are considered case dependent because the type and size of suture required can vary significantly based on the specific surgical procedure and the unique needs of the patient. Different surgeries may necessitate different suture characteristics, such as absorbability, tensile strength, or gauge size, which means the selection of suture material is tailored to each individual case to ensure optimal healing and outcomes.

In contrast, instruments that are universally used, like basic surgical tools (scissors, forceps, scalpels), are generally applicable across a wide range of procedures and do not vary as greatly from case to case. General sterile supplies, like drapes and gloves, are standard for any surgery and don't change based on the type of procedure. While all surgical instruments can indeed be case dependent to some extent, many are categorized as standard tools that are utilized across various procedures, making them less specific to the case compared to suture materials.