Surgical instruments; this area of the medical industry tends to like satin finishes that are smooth, but non-reflective. As you can imagine when a person is in the operating room the last thing that is needed is shiny objects that may distract or reflect into the surgeons’ eyes.
What types of finishes are there for surgical instruments?
Standard Finish:
- Our standard finish made of high quality stainless steel.
- Standard finish made of high quality stainless steel provided in a shiny mirror finish.
- Mirror Finish.
- Instruments made of high quality stainless steel with a new black color.
- Black Finish.
What finish is used on laser surgery instruments?
Ebony finish instruments are used in laser surgery to prevent reflection of the laser light onto other tissues.
Why are surgical instruments finishes dull or black?
Used on laser surgery instruments. The black finish absorbs all light and prevents reflection of laser energy into adjacent tissues.
What are satin finish instruments used for?
Premium instruments typically have a matte or satin finish to reduce glare from surgical lighting. Premium quality promises a precise, corrosion resistant instrument that will last the surgeon for many years, providing that it is cared for properly.
Why are instruments finishes dull or black?
The black finish absorbs all light and prevents reflection of laser energy into adjacent tissues.
Is a small cup with a sharpened serrated or smooth rim at the end of the handle?
Ch 10 sg
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The ___ is a small cup with a sharpened serrated or smooth rim at the end of the handle | Curette |
| A ___ is a v shaped bone chisel | Gouge |
| A __ is used to remodel bone | Rasp |
| The technical name for a clamp is a | Hemostat |
How do you keep surgical instruments from rusting?
This cycle can be prevented by effective point-of-use care (wiping instruments with sterile water during the procedure, and using an appropriate point-of-use cleaning solution or gel after the procedure).
