Problem
Device is specified in the sixth character and is only used to specify devices that remain after the procedure is completed. There are general types of devices:
1) Biological or synthetic material that takes the place of all or a portion of a body part
2) Biological or synthetic material that assists or prevents a physiological function
3) Therapeutic material that is not absorbed by, eliminated by, or incorporated into a body part
4) Mechanical or electronic appliances used to assist, monitor, take the place of or prevent a physiological function
There are times when incidental materials are used and left in the body but do not qualify as a device. Distinguish what kind of materials that could be confused with a device if it is used within a procedure and the item is left in the body.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.