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| If a arch bar fixation was performed what should accompany the patient to the PACU? |
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| Where should swelling and bruising be expected? |
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| Before closing this wound what should always be done? |
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| The wound should always be irrigated. |
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| Where is the incision made when fixing a mandibular fracture? |
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Definition
| Anterior to the angle of the mandible |
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| What instrument can be anticipated to strip the periosteum from the bone? |
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Definition
| A Periosteal elevator like a freer. |
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| When the bone edges are being manipulated what is the S.T.'s job? |
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Definition
| Stabilizing the patient's head and make sure that the breathing tube is not being crimped or dislocated. |
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| How is the plate customized to the patient? |
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Definition
| By bending it with plate bending irons. |
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| When using the drill what should the S.T. have ready? |
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| What anesthetic will be used in the mouth? |
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| A local anesthetic with epinephrine. |
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| Where do the mandibular angle fractures occur? |
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Definition
| From the second molar to the ascending ramus. |
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Term
| What is the largest and strongest facial bone? |
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| What position will the patient be placed in? |
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| What is used to manipulate bone edges? |
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Definition
| A surgical assistant or a bone-holding clamp. |
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| How is the proper reduction or fixation ensured? |
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Definition
| By visual inspection and possible intraoperative X-rays. |
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| When the implants are used what must always happen? |
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Definition
| Record the information about the implants for the patient's permanent operative record. |
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