Figure 8-28

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Figure 8.28. Standard metal specula cannot be attached to this loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) machine

Photograph of a loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) machine that only allows a rubberized specula. A standard metal specula cannot be attached to this LEEP machine.

Source: Example courtesy of Washoe County District Health Department. Used by permission.

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Internet Citation: Figure 8-28: Mistake-Proofing the Design of Health Care Processes -. May 2007. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Rockville, MD. http://www.ahrq.gov/professionals/quality-patient-safety/patient-safety-resources/resources/mistakeproof/mistakefig8-28.html