A pair of scissors consists of two blades joined by a swivel pin that allows the cutting edges to open and close. The process of opening and closing results in cutting the material placed between the blades. Scissors come in many kinds. The child’s play scissor is small and has dull blades but it is can cut into paper. The child can have a lot of fun with the play scissors and moms need not worry that they will get hurt.

The nurse scissors is used mainly for nursing dressings. For this reason, they are also called dressing scissors. It is about five inches in length, made of stainless steel and has sharp edges but a blunt tip. Another version of the nurse scissor has a slightly bent blade intended for cutting dressings. Nurse scissors are easy to carry around and will fit into the nurse’s pocket.