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Thumb Forceps
Anatomy of Thumb Forceps
Anatomy of Thumb Forceps
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Course Welcome
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Course Syllabus
User Guide
Scalpels: Learning Objectives
Course Notes - Scalpels
Introduction to Using a Scalpel
Anatomy of a Scalpel Blade
Types of Scalpel Blades
Anatomy of a Scalpel Handle
Types of Scalpel Handles
Arming a Scalpel
Disarming a Scalpel
Handing off Scalpels
Practice Exercise 1 - Part A
Practice Exercise 1 - Part B
Practice Exercise 1 - Part C
Scalpel Grips
Incision Methods
Practice Exercise 2 - Part A
Practice Exercise 2 - Part B
Practice Exercise 2 - Part C
How to Incise Skin
Practice Exercise 3
Independent Activity 1
Independent Activity 2
Graded Exam - Scalpels
Thumb Forceps: Learning Objectives
Course Notes - Thumb Forceps
Introduction to Forceps
Types of Forceps
Selecting Forceps
Holding and Stowing Thumb Forceps
Tips for Using Forceps During Suturing
Practice Exercise
Practice Exercise
Graded Exam - Thumb Forceps
Practice Exercise
Scissors: Learning Objectives
Course Notes - Scissors
Introduction to Scissors
Anatomy of Scissors
Types of Scissors
Selecting Scissors
Gripping, Passing, and Using Scissors
Practice Exercise 1 - Part A
Practice Exercise 1 - Part B
How Scissors Work
Practice Exercise 2 - Part A
Practice Exercise 2 - Part B
Graded Exam - Scissors
Surgical Clamps: Learning Objectives
Course Notes - Surgical Clamps
Introduction to Surgical Clamps
Anatomy of the Surgical Clamp
Types of Surgical Clamps
Practice Exercise 1 - Part A
Practice Exercise 1 - Part B
Using Surgical Clamps
Practice Exercise 2
Graded Exam - Surgical Clamps
Needle Holders: Learning Objectives
Course Notes - Needle Holders
Introduction to Needle Holders
Anatomy of a Needle Holder
Types of Needle Holders
Gripping Needle Holders
Practice Exercise 1 - Part A
Practice Exercise 1 - Part B
Practice Exercise 1 - Part C
Practice Exercise 1 - Part D
How to Grasp the Needle with Needle Holders
Steps for Performing a Forehand Stitch
Common Mistakes
Practice Exercise 2 - Part A
Practice Exercise 2 - Part B
Graded Exam - Needle Holders
Supervised Laboratory Activity
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