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[MA3] Preparing for Surgery [Tier 01]

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anesthetic   a substance that causes loss of sensation or consciousness  
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antiseptic   an agent that will prevent the growth or attest the development of microorganisms  
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aseptic technique   the process of maintaining sterility throughout a surgical procedure  
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contamination   result of something being placed in contact with microorganism  
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fenestrated   having a window or opening  
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forceps   an instrument used to grasp tissue and to clamp blood vessels  
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hemostat   a type of forceps  
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mayo stand   a stainless steel removable instrument tray set on a moveable stand that is positioned over or adjacent to a surgical site  
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microbial   related to microbes  
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microorganism   a microscopic living body not perceivable by the naked eye  
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needle holder   instrument used to hold a suture needle during the suturing process  
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postoperative (postop)   after or following a surgical procedure  
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preoperative (preop)   the preparatory period preceding surgery  
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ratchet   locking mechanism of an instrument  
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retractor   instrument used to hold back tissue making the operative site easier to visualize  
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scrub   specific and thorough hand-washing procedure performed for six minutes before taking part in any sterile surgical procedure  
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serrations   etching location on the blades of an instrument to keep it from slipping  
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speculum   an instrument that permits viewing inside a body cavity  
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strikethrough   condition in which fluid is able to penetrate through a drape  
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surgical asepsis   techniques used to destroy all pathogenic organisms before they can enter the body  
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