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Forceps
Sponge (Foerster) Forceps
A ring-tipped forceps with a ratchet used to hold sponges for prepping skin or absorbing fluids.
🩺 Common Uses
Holding sponges for skin prep or blotting in deep cavities.
♨️ Sterilization Method
Steam, wrapped, 270–275°F (132–135°C).
🧱 Material
Stainless steel.
📋 Handling & Processing Notes
Clean the fenestrated ring tips well; inspect serrations and ratchet.
💡 Always defer to the device manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFU) for validated cleaning and sterilization parameters — they take precedence over general guidance.