Objectives

• Define tissue size as it relates to cassette size

• Distinguish the utilization of forceps and scissors in different scenarios

• Contrast scalpel blades and trim blade in regards to tissue size

• Differentiate the practicality of blue sponges versus mesh bags

• Discuss the use of equipment not found at the gross station, such as a band saw, Faxitron, and Geiger counter

To Do List:

• Take pre-lesson assessment

• Watch all lecture videos

• Read pertinent reading assignments

• Download and read relevant handout

  Take post-lesson assessment

Pre-Lesson Assessment:

Instruments

How to safely add and remove scalpel blades

How to safely add and remove trim blades

EXAKT bone saw

Faxitron

How to use a Geiger counter

Read Pertinent Reading Assignments

A quality initiative of postoperative radiographic imaging performed on mastectomy specimens to reduce histology cost and pathology report turnaround time

Relevant Handout

Post-module assessment:

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