4. Respect surgical realities
When you're planning hands-on trials for safety scalpels, keep in mind
that (as with any new product) initial uses may present users with a
learning curve. "Pick a lighter-volume day, or run the trial only for a
portion of their cases," says Ms. Maloney. "If a new scalpel slows
down their day, you don't want to ruin their schedule."
Also, be aware that following safety guidelines will not eliminate
all unintended consequences. To be specific, there are some
things that a shielded scalpel can't do. "You retract the cover, and
you only have so much blade for an incision," says Mr. Wilkerson.
"Some orthopedic cases, some larger patients have more tissue to
get through. Without a safety cover, the blade can go where it
needs to."
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