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Melika Bahrami
on Dec 12, 2024
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A medical assistant should include which of the following in preparing a patient for cryosurgery?
A) Place a grounding pad somewhere on the patient's body
B) Ask the patient to put on safety goggles
C) Inform the patient that the initial sensation of cold will be followed by a burning sensation
D) Position the patient for the administration of a general anesthetic
E) Assist with the administration of a local anesthetic
Cryosurgery
The use of extreme cold to destroy unwanted tissue, such as skin lesions.
Grounding Pad
A device used during medical procedures to protect the patient from electric shock by providing a path for the electrical current to the ground.
General Anesthetic
A class of drugs that cause loss of consciousness and sensation used during surgeries to ensure patients do not feel pain.
- Master the steps of preparation and patient care that are integral to various surgical strategies, including electrocauterization, cryosurgery, and laser surgery.
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AS
Learning Objectives
- Master the steps of preparation and patient care that are integral to various surgical strategies, including electrocauterization, cryosurgery, and laser surgery.