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Malleable ribbon retractor — manufacturer / publisher reference. Variants may differ.
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Malleable ribbon retractor — manufacturer / publisher reference. Variants may differ.

Image: AORN · Source / original

Malleable ribbon retractor

Retraction

Malleable ribbon retractor

Malleable ribbon retractor

THE FIRST VIVA QUESTION

What is its use?

Protects or retracts underlying organs with a contour adjusted to the operative field.

Explore the photo before the answer. Zoom into the jaws, inspect the locking mechanism and compare the available reference views.

01 / IDENTIFICATION

How to recognise it.

  1. Flat flexible metal strip.
  2. Broad smooth retracting surface.
  3. Can be shaped to the required contour.
Don’t confuse it with…

Unlike a rigid Deaver, its contour can be altered; it does not provide a self-retaining lock.

02 / PARTS

Name the parts.

Point to each part on your specimen as you say its name.

  1. Proximal grip area
  2. Malleable body
  3. Working blade
  4. Rounded edges
03 / VIVA PRACTICE

Think first. Then reveal.

Say your answer aloud before opening the suggested response.

01Why is it called malleable?
SUGGESTED ANSWER

The blade can be shaped to suit the exposure required.

02What prevents sharp-edge injury?
SUGGESTED ANSWER

An appropriate smooth-edged design and controlled handling.

Read the references.

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