Tech in Surgery Prep / Unit 23 TSC 560 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Pencil in Its Holster
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The idea
The electrosurgical pencil goes back into its insulated holster whenever it is not in use.
In practice
A pencil left on the drapes or on the patient can be activated by accident, burning the patient or igniting the drapes.
Where people slip
Holster it every time, even for a moment's pause.
Your place on the trail
Every lesson rests on earlier ones and opens later ones. Tap any to jump.
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