Tibial insertion site: Humeral insertion site:
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Read More »Equipment list for incision and drainage of a collection PPE Gloves, sterile, 8.5 (9 if n/a, 8 if neither available) Mask, surgical, with face shield Gown, non-sterile Equipment ICU Basic procedure pack (small) essential components: scalpel (pref. 11-blade), non-toothed forceps, needle holders, artery clips, scissors, galli-pots, gauze Blueys Chlorhexidine 1% or 2% with alcohol, red […]
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Read More »Equipment list for performing a lateral canthotomy PPE Gloves, sterile, size 8.5 (9 if 8.5 n/a, 8 if neither available) Gown, sterile, size XL (L if XL n/a) Mask, surgical Hair net Equipment ICU Basic procedure pack (large preferably, or small) essential components: scissors (sharp/sharp), artery clamp, non-toothed forceps, galli-pots, gauze 10cm squares, prep forceps, […]
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