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1. What instrument is used for grasping/ holding?

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Lane bone-holding forceps are specifically designed for grasping and holding bones during surgical procedures, making them the correct choice for this purpose.

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2. What type of surgical instrument is used for grasping or holding?

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Debakey tissue forceps are specifically designed for delicate tissue handling, making them ideal for grasping or holding during surgical procedures. Scalpels are cutting instruments, suture needle holders are used for manipulating needles during suturing, and hemostats are used for clamping blood vessels or tissue.

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3. What instrument is used for clamping/occluding?

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When clamping or occluding during a medical procedure, a mosquito clamp is the most commonly used instrument due to its thin shank that allows for precision control. A hemostat clamp, needle holder, and scalpel are not typically used for clamping or occluding purposes.

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4. What tool is commonly used for clamping/occluding during medical procedures?

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Crile forceps are known for their thicker shank which provides a better grip for clamping or occluding tissues during surgical procedures. Scalpels are used for making incisions, tweezers for picking up small objects, and suture needles for stitching wounds.

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5. What type of scalpel blade is typically used for delicate incisions?

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Blade 10 is the most commonly used scalpel blade for fine, delicate incisions due to its small size and precision. Blades 15, 20, and 30 are larger and less suitable for intricate surgical procedures.

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6. Which handles can a #10 blade fit?

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The #10 blade specifically fits Handles #3, 7, & 9. The incorrect answers provided are not compatible with the #10 blade.

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7. What type of scissors is used for cutting dressing, drapes, drains, and other nonsuture items?

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Straight Mayo scissors are specifically designed for cutting and dissecting tasks in surgical procedures. Curved Mayo, Metzenbaum, and Iris scissors have different purposes and are not typically used for cutting dressing, drapes, drains, and nonsuture items.

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8. Which type of scissors is the choice for heavy tissue cutting/dissecting?

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When cutting heavy tissue, the curved Mayo scissors are the preferred choice due to their shape and blade design which allows for better control and precision during dissection.

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9. Cutting/ Dissecting-type of scissors: Used for medium to fine tissue, some cardiovascular surgeons for cutting polypropylene suture.

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Cutting/ Dissecting-type scissors, such as the Curved Metzenbaum, are specifically designed for precise cutting of medium to fine tissue and are often used by cardiovascular surgeons for cutting polypropylene suture. Mayo scissors, Iris scissors, and Operating scissors do not have the same level of precision or intended use as Curved Metzenbaum scissors in this context.

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10. What type of scissors are used for cutting delicate tissue?

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Jamison scissors are specifically designed for dissecting delicate tissue, making them the best choice for this task. Mayo scissors are better suited for cutting tougher tissues, Liston scissors are primarily used for cutting bandages, and Metzenbaum scissors are typically used for cutting and dissecting delicate tissues in plastic surgery.

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11. What type of scissors are used to make incisions into ducts, veins, arteries, or delicate tissue?

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Potts Smith scissors are specifically designed for cutting or dissecting delicate tissues such as ducts, veins, and arteries. Mayo scissors are used for cutting deeper tissues, bandage scissors are used to cut bandages, and iris scissors are fine, delicate scissors used for ophthalmic procedures.

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What instrument is used for grasping/ holding?
What type of surgical instrument is used for grasping or holding?
What instrument is used for clamping/occluding?
What tool is commonly used for clamping/occluding during medical...
What type of scalpel blade is typically used for delicate incisions?
Which handles can a #10 blade fit?
What type of scissors is used for cutting dressing, drapes, drains,...
Which type of scissors is the choice for heavy tissue...
Cutting/ Dissecting-type of scissors: Used for medium to fine tissue,...
What type of scissors are used for cutting delicate tissue?
What type of scissors are used to make incisions into ducts, veins,...
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