Crucial Exams

AAMA CMA Practice Question

During a minor surgical procedure, the provider has just completed the incision and requests a retractor. Prior to handing the provider the instrument, which of the following is the most critical action the medical assistant should perform?

  • Ensure the instrument is handed to the provider with the tip pointed downwards.

  • Wipe the instrument with an antiseptic solution to ensure it is clean.

  • Check that the instrument's packaging has a color change indicating it has been appropriately sterilized.

  • Confirm that the retractor is the correct size requested by the provider.

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