Clamping And Holding Instruments Flashcards
1
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Clamping and holding instruments
A
Clamp, hold and manipulate tissue
2
Q
Hemostat
A
- Stop bleeding
- clamp severed blood vessel
- serrated, curved, or straight
- comes in various sizes
3
Q
Needle holder
A
Hold curved needle to grasp needle tight
-serrated, grooved to hold needle
4
Q
Dressing forceps
A
- vary in length
- serration, no teeth
- use to pick up object and inset packing
5
Q
Towel forceps
A
-sharp tip to hold surgical draping in place
6
Q
Sponge forceps
A
Hold dressing or gauze sponges
7
Q
Utility forceps
A
To transfer or arrange items in sterile field
-comes in many different length and size
8
Q
Tissue forceps
A
Different types of forceps used to clamp and hold tissues
