Chapter 17 Minor Surgery in the Medical Office

Contamination-

to place in contact with microorganisms.
Forceps-

An instrument used to grasp tissue and to clamp blood vessels.
Hemostat-

A type of forceps.
Needle Holder-

Instrument used to hold a suture needle during the suturing process.
Ratchet-

Locking mechanism of an instrument.
Retractor-

Instrument used to hold back tissue, making the operative site easier to visualize.
Serrations-

Etchings located on the blades of an instrument to keep it from slipping.
Speculum-

An instrument that permits viewing inside a body cavity.

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Chapter 17 Minor Surgery in the Medical Office

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