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Scalpels
Anatomy of a Scalpel Blade
Anatomy of a Scalpel Blade
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Course Syllabus
User Guide
Scalpels: Learning Objectives
Course Notes - Scalpels
Introduction to Using a Scalpel
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
Anatomy of Thumb 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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