Which member of the sterile team provides exposure and hemostasis during a surgical procedure?
a. Anesthesia provider
b. Circulating nurse
c. Sales representative
d. First assistant
ANS: D
The surgical assistant provides exposure and hemostasis. This person can be a physician, RNFA, SA, PA, or a CST who is specially trained and certified as a first assistant.
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