Which trocar has an exposed tip shaped like a pyramid or cone?
a. Blunt
b. Sharp
c. Shielded
d. Initial
ANS: B
A sharp trocar has a tip that is exposed and is shaped pyramidal or conical. A blunt trocar has a rounded tip, and a shielded trocar tip is protected by a spring-loaded shield. An initial trocar is one that is inserted first to establish access to instill gases or fluids.
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