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sam.t96

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Which instrument is used to deflect tissue from the surgical site?
 a. Periosteal elevator
  b. Scalpel
  c. Retractor
  d. Mouth prop

Question 2

Surgical scalpels are used and ____________.
 a. sterilized with heat
  b. disposed of in the biohazard trash
  c. disposed of in the sharps container
  d. none of the above



yuyiding

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Answer to Question 1

c
RATIONALE: A retractor is used to deflect tissue from the surgical site.

Answer to Question 2

c
RATIONALE: Surgical scalpels are used and disposed of in the sharps container.



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