What could cause an electrical injury to a patient during a procedure?
a. Electrosurgical unit not grounded due to a faulty return electrode pad
b. Cool instruments touching patient's bare skin
c. Insulated endoscopic instruments
d. Use of saline on sterile field
ANS: A
The grounding of all electrical equipment is essential for safety and the prevention of stray current leakage. Grounding systems are designed to discharge any harmful electricity directly to the ground without including the patient in the circuit.
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