Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Sterile Processing Technician Practice Exam

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What is the instrument used to hold back tissue or organs during surgical procedures?

Scalpel
Forceps
Retractor
Clamps

The correct answer is: Retractor

The instrument specifically designed to hold back tissue or organs during surgical procedures is the retractor. Retractors are crucial in maintaining a clear view of the surgical site by providing exposure. They come in various shapes and sizes, allowing surgeons to choose the most appropriate one for different types of surgical procedures. In contrast, while scalpels are used for cutting, forceps are employed to grasp or hold tissue, and clamps serve to occlude vessels or tissue, none of these instruments provide the same function of maintaining exposure to the surgical area as retractors do. This makes retractors an essential tool in facilitating a successful surgery by allowing surgeons to work efficiently without obstruction.