Failure to use an instrument for the intended purpose will result in ____.
A laparoscopic lens would fall into which classification of…
A laparoscopic lens would fall into which classification of instruments?
Which of the following instruments does NOT have sharp teeth…
Which of the following instruments does NOT have sharp teeth and therefore is the best selection to use on delicate or friable tissue?
Which of the following forceps has triangular jaws and is us…
Which of the following forceps has triangular jaws and is used during C-Sections to clamp the edge of a bleeding uterus without causing a perforation?
When choosing a retractor, the ________ determines how far i…
When choosing a retractor, the ________ determines how far into the surgical wound the retractor can be inserted.
Which of the following cutting instruments would most likely…
Which of the following cutting instruments would most likely be used to make a skin incision?
A Foerster is used with Raytecs during intra-abdominal proce…
A Foerster is used with Raytecs during intra-abdominal procedures. A Foerster is a _____ and an example of an instrument classified in the miscellaneous category.
Along with the tips, the _________________ are considered th…
Along with the tips, the _________________ are considered the working part of a ringed instrument.
The STSR requests for the circulating RN to pour sterile wat…
The STSR requests for the circulating RN to pour sterile water on the field. The ST plans to use wet Raytec during surgery & clean the instrument tips. This Point of Use action taken by the surgical technologist prevents bioburden from drying on the instrument as well as ____.
Which instrument finish is useful for procedures involving a…
Which instrument finish is useful for procedures involving a laser to prevent refraction of the beam and unintended injury?