Chapter 40 Medical Assistant OBGYN
Uterine curette
Long, slender instruments used to remove residual endometrial tissue or products of conception.
Uterine dilators
Long, slender instruments used to explore wounds or body cavities.
IUD extractor forceps
Used to remove implanted IUD from ...
Chapter 40 Medical Assistant OBGYN
Uterine curette
Long, slender instruments used to remove residual endometrial tissue or products of conception.
Uterine dilators
Long, slender instruments used to explore wounds or body cavities.
IUD extractor forceps
Used to remove implanted IUD from uterus.
De Lee OB forceps
Used to assist in the birth of the infant's head.
Common medical office surgical specimens
Tissue biopsies from endoscopic procedures or excisions
Cultures from body fluids and drainage
Foreign bodies
, Proper handling of tissue
May be disposed of as biohazard waste
May be sent to laboratory for further testing
Always ask physician, never assume
Safety standards
Use appropriate container for shipment to laboratory
Ensure proper labeling
Patient's name
Patient's birthdate
Date and time obtained
Source of specimen
Place in appropriate shipping container
How do you prepare a room for a patient?
Provide privacy, have welcoming decor and appropriate temperature, be ADA accessible, be aware of
safety concerns (non-slip rugs, adequate lighting, etc.)
Graves vaginal speculum
used for female internal exams
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