What type of gas medium is used to insufflate the peritoneal cavity?
a. Nitrous oxide
b. Oxygen
c. Carbon dioxide
d. Argon
ANS: C
Carbon dioxide, or CO2, is used to fill the peritoneal cavity to create a pneumoperitoneum. This expands the abdomen and provides a working space.
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