During procedures of the upper gastrointestinal tract, the operating table may be tipped into a._____________ position in order to shift the abdominal viscera away from the target tissues. During lower pelvic procedures the operating table may be tipped into b.____________ to shift the abdominal viscera away from the target tissues. when any change is made in the position of the operating table, the scrub may need to re-position the c._______________ to prevent it from coming in contact with the patient.

During procedures of the upper gastrointestinal tract, the operating table may be tipped into a._ position in order to shift the abdominal viscera away from the target tissues. During lower pelvic procedures the operating table may be tipped into b. to shift the abdominal viscera away from the target tissues. when any change is made in the position of the operating table, the scrub may need to re-position the c.___ to prevent it from coming in contact with the patient.

Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)

8th Edition

ISBN:9781305634350

Author:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

Publisher:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

ChapterCom: Comprehensive Medical Terminology Review

Section: Chapter Questions

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