Which type of tissue forceps are used on delicate tissue?

a. Rat toothed forceps
b. Thumb forceps or smooth pick-ups
c. Babcock forceps
d. Lahey forceps


ANS: B
Smooth tissue forceps are referred to as thumb forceps or smooth pick-ups. They can be straight or angled. They come in various lengths depending on the body cavity. Smooth forceps are atraumatic and will not injure delicate structures.

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