What is not a valid function of a clip applier?
a. Used as an end-to-end anastomosis connector
b. Used to mark tissue
c. To occlude blood vessels
d. To close or occlude small lumens of tubes
ANS: A
Clip appliers are used to mark tissue and to occlude vessels or small lumens of tubes. Clip appliers are not designed to connect organ segments for an anastomosis.
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