Which of the Following Is an Acceptable Position for Placement

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an acceptable position for placement of a scrubbed, gowned, and gloved surgical technologist's hands?

• A) clasped together in front at waist level
• B) grasping edge of draped back table with fingers coiled under table edge
• C) hanging down at sides with hands below table level
• D) tucked into axillary region (armpits)

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Drug Tolerance

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