Author Question: If a skin knife is not available to make the initial skin incision, electrosurgery may be used for ... (Read 174 times)

sarasara · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

If a skin knife is not available to make the initial skin incision, electrosurgery may be used for the incision.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

When adjusting the microscope, at what degree should the circulator set the focus of the ocular lens?

a. 0 degrees
b. 30 degrees
c. 45 degrees
d. 90 degrees

durant1234 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
The initial incision is made by a scalpel to prevent charring and scarring of the skin. Electric current is used to cut or coagulate most tissue. Electrosurgery can be used on fat, fascia, muscle, internal organs, and vessels.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The focus of the ocular lens is usually set at zero. The surgeon can adjust the focus as desired.