To correct a ________ deformity, a flexor tenotomy is performed with a 15 knife. Surgical options include resection of the head of the proximal phalanx.
A small K-wire is driven through the end of the toe and both joint edges to maintain alignment during healing.
A. hammertoe B. bunion
Question 2
In __________ reduction ___________ fixation, the bone ends are approximated (reduced) externally and then held in place by an internally placed device such as a rod or pin.
A. open, internal B. closed, external
Cystoscopy. In this procedure, a specialized endoscope with a rigid tube, known as a cystoscope, is
Surgical Gloving
Pincement. Tapotement performed by gently picking up superficial tissues between the thumb and the ...
Stretch the flexor muscles with hyperextension at the wrist. Hold the forearm vertical with one ...
Parts or anatomy of a Knife
Control you knife with one hand and hold the item being cut with the other (3 of 3)