Surgical Instruments

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1. What is an Army Navy Retractor used for?

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An Army Navy retractor is a handheld, double-ended instrument commonly used in surgical procedures to hold back tissues or organs, providing better visibility and access to the surgical site.

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2. What is a malleable retractor?

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A malleable retractor is a specific surgical tool designed for retraction purposes, different from a scalpel, forceps, or suture which are used for cutting, grasping, and stitching respectively.

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3. What is a Kelley Clamp?

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A Kelley Clamp is a surgical instrument used to occlude blood vessels or control bleeding during surgeries.

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4. What is a Kotcher Clamp?

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A Kotcher Clamp is a specific type of tool or device used for clamping purposes in various industries.

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5. What is a right angle clamp used for?

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A right angle clamp is a tool used to hold two pieces of wood together at a 90-degree angle for easy assembly or welding.

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6. What is a Babcock Clamp?

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A Babcock Clamp is specifically designed for medical purposes in surgical procedures to securely hold tissues or organs in place.

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7. What is an Allis Clamp?

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An Allis Clamp is a surgical instrument commonly used for grasping and holding tissues during surgical procedures. It is not the same as a Scalpel, Forceps, or Speculum, which have different functions in surgery.

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8. What is a Tosil Clamp?

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A Tosil Clamp is a specific type of tool used for clamping or securing pieces of material together.

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9. What tool is used to hold needles during medical procedures?

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A needle holder is specifically designed to securely hold a suture needle during medical procedures. It is different from a scalpel, forceps, and sphygmomanometer, which serve different functions in medical settings.

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10. What is a Russian Forceps?

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Russian Forceps are a type of tweezers designed for medical use, not kitchen utensils.

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11. What is a common tool used in surgical procedures?

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Adson Forceps is a commonly used tool in surgical procedures for holding delicate tissues or sutures.

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12. What tool is used for a medical procedure?

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Bonney Forceps are a type of surgical instrument used for grasping and holding objects during medical procedures. Screwdriver, hammer, and spatula are not typically used in medical procedures.

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13. What is Debakey?

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Debakey is actually a type of surgical instrument named after American heart surgeon Michael DeBakey. It is commonly used in cardiovascular procedures.

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14. What is a tissue forceps?

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Tissue forceps are commonly used in surgical procedures for grasping and holding tissues securely. They are different from scalpels, suture needles, and hemostats, which serve other specific purposes in surgery.

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15. What tool is commonly used in medical procedures?

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Cushing Forceps are a type of surgical instrument used for grasping and holding objects during surgical procedures. The other options are not typically used in medical procedures.

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16. What is Mayo Scissors used for?

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Mayo Scissors are a type of surgical instrument commonly used in cutting and dissecting tissues during surgical procedures.

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17. What is a common type of surgical scissors used for cutting delicate tissues?

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Metzenbaum Scissors are specifically designed for cutting delicate tissues during surgical procedures. Bandage Scissors are used for cutting bandages, Mayo Scissors are used for cutting sutures, and Littauer Scissors are commonly used for procedures requiring precision cutting.

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18. What is the Balfour Declaration?

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The Balfour Declaration is significant in history as it laid the foundation for the establishment of the state of Israel.

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19. What is a Fraiser Suction tip?

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A Fraiser Suction tip is designed for use in medical procedures to help clear fluids for better visibility and access during surgery.

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20. What is a Poole Suction Tip?

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A Poole Suction Tip is a medical device specifically designed for suctioning fluids during surgical procedures. It is not related to fishing lures, drain unclogging tools, or microphones.

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21. What is a Yankauer Suction Tip?

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A Yankauer Suction Tip is a medical device used in healthcare settings for suctioning fluids, particularly blood and other bodily fluids, during surgical procedures or medical interventions. It is not related to tropical fruit, dance moves, or aquarium cleaning tools.

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What is an Army Navy Retractor used for?
What is a malleable retractor?
What is a Kelley Clamp?
What is a Kotcher Clamp?
What is a right angle clamp used for?
What is a Babcock Clamp?
What is an Allis Clamp?
What is a Tosil Clamp?
What tool is used to hold needles during medical procedures?
What is a Russian Forceps?
What is a common tool used in surgical procedures?
What tool is used for a medical procedure?
What is Debakey?
What is a tissue forceps?
What tool is commonly used in medical procedures?
What is Mayo Scissors used for?
What is a common type of surgical scissors used for cutting delicate...
What is the Balfour Declaration?
What is a Fraiser Suction tip?
What is a Poole Suction Tip?
What is a Yankauer Suction Tip?
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