What piece of equipment will assist in hyperextending the neck during a procedure on the face or neck?

a. Donut head rest c. Stockinette roll
b. Surgical head light d. Shoulder roll


ANS: D
For face or neck procedures, to hyperextend the neck to maximize the accessibility of the surgical site, a shoulder roll may be used.

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