When Incising the Cranium Between Burr Holes, What Attachment to the Powered

question 66

Multiple Choice

When incising the cranium between burr holes, what attachment to the powered craniotome is necessary to prevent injury of underlying tissues?

• A) #3 Penfield dissector
• B) dural guard with footplate
• C) smoke evacuator
• D) wire-pass drill bit

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