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| What is the correct sequence for putting in a screw? |
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D;drill G;guide M;measure T;tap S;screw
("Don't get married too soon") |
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| Tap use reduces the amount of ____ applied during screw placement. |
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| What tool can be used to alter the shape of the plate for correct shape? |
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| Bending irons/ plate benders |
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| When choosing the appropriate plate for the patient, what are 3 things that must be considered? |
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Definition
| Appropriate thickness, length, and design |
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| What must you do before handing the surgeon a screw? Why? |
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| Measure it! Make sure it matches the length in which the surgeon asks for it. Sometimes, screws can get switched around in the sets and it is your job to make sure it's the correct length. If it's wrong, it will torque the already pre-drilled hole. |
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| In attachment of the plate to the bone, what is primary fixation referring to? |
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Definition
The mandible and maxilla
(Mandibulomaxillary fixation) |
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| In attachment of the plate to the bone, what is secondary fixation referring to? |
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| Reduction/fixation of fracture site with rigid fixation |
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| What are the available plate shapes? |
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| Is the metal, Titanium, considered absorbable or nonabsorbable? And what is it's benefit? |
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Definition
| Nonabsorbable // It's light in weight which can reduce torquing and reduce pressure on the bones. |
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| What is the purpose of stainless steel arch bars? |
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| Used to immobilize the jaw |
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True or false?
The implants are permanently recorded in the operative record. |
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| If the implant is of a different material, what could this cause? |
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| What is used to verify correct placement of plates and screws once place in patient? |
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Definition
| Can be verified visually or with the use of X-ray. |
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Term
| When using powered instruments (drill, saw, etc.), what is one crucial thing the STSR must remember? |
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| What is one tool the surgeon can use to pick up the plates from the sets? |
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