Medical Assistant Certification (MAC) AMCA Practice Exam

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What instrument is used to hold open the walls of the vagina during a medical examination?

Tweezers
Speculum
Scalpel
Forceps

The correct answer is: Speculum

The instrument used to hold open the walls of the vagina during a medical examination is the speculum. This tool is specifically designed for gynecological exams, allowing healthcare providers to visualize the vaginal canal and cervix more easily. The speculum gently separates the vaginal walls, providing access for various procedures such as Pap smears, pelvic exams, and other evaluations of the reproductive organs. Its design is meant to minimize discomfort while ensuring sufficient visibility for accurate examination and diagnosis. The other options do not serve this purpose; tweezers are used for grasping small items, a scalpel is a surgical instrument used for cutting, and forceps are typically used to grasp, hold, or manipulate tissues or objects but not specifically to hold open the vagina in a medical examination.