True
Microgrind, or Supercut Scissors are usually identified with a black handle.
False
Stainless steel jaw needleholders last longer than Tungsten Carbide jaw needleholders.
True
The place where the two parts of a ring handled instrument meet and pivot is called the box lock.
False
Instruments are heat treated to give their surface a mirror (shiny) finish.
True
Tissue forceps have teeth.
True
During instrument manufacture the process of passivation helps build a protective a protective chromium oxide layer on each instrument's surface.
False
The part of a hemostat that locks and holds it in position is called the box lock.
False
Laser-finished instruments are coated with a durable protective finish that cannot be chipped or scratched.
False
When assembling an instrument set, heavier instruments should be placed on top of lighter ones to hold them in place.
True
After applying instrument identification tape, instruments should be autoclaved to help the tape bond to the instrument.
1 to 1.5
Instrument marking tape should be wrapped approximately _ __ ___ around the instrument.
etching
Which of the following is NOT an acceptable form of instrument marking?
Unclog the suction during surgery
The purpose of a suction stylet is to:
Rubber testing material
Kerrison Laminectomy Rongeurs should be tested using::
Gold handles
Scissors with tungsten carbide cutting edges are usually identified by: