Surgical Instrument Care — Paper Test for Surgical Retractors

Surgical instruments with metal finishing will flake over time.

To determine if a finish is unstable follow the steps below:

1. Put on a pair of examination gloves.
2. Hold the surgical retractor above a piece of white paper.
3. Rub the instrument with your gloved hand.
4. If flakes appear on the paper, remove the instrument from service immediately.

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