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jho37

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on: Jul 18, 2018
Which instrument can be used to examine a cavity's interior?
 
  a. Yankauer
  b. Speculum
  c. Tungsten needle holder
  d. Bayonet forceps

Question 2

Which is the most commonly used instrument to clamp blood vessels?
 
  a. Lahey forceps
  b. Tenaculum
  c. Hemostat
  d. Rongeur


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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The hinged, blunt blades of a speculum enlarge and hold open a canal or cavity. Some examples are a vaginal speculum, rectal speculum, or ear speculum.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Hemostats are the most commonly used surgical instrument; they are used primarily to clamp blood vessels. They have a crushing action and are either straight or curved.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 18, 2018
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