Glossary:
Antiseptic
Chemicals that prevent the growth of disease-causing
microorganisms.
Antiseptic Surgery
Using chemicals (antiseptics) to destroy the germs that cause
infections, making surgery safer.
Aseptic Technique
The procedure that protects patients from healthcare-associated
infections and protects healthcare workers from contact with
blood, body fluid and body tissue.
Autopsy
A medical examination of a body after death
Bacteria
Small Single celled organisms
Body Fluid Exposure Risk
The risk of transmitting communicable diseases such as HIV,
Hepatitis B virus, and hepatitis C virus.
Cadaver
A corpse; dead body
Clean technique
Involves frequent handwashing, maintaining a clean
environment, using clean gloves and sterile equipment.
Antiseptic
Chemicals that prevent the growth of disease-causing
microorganisms.
Antiseptic Surgery
Using chemicals (antiseptics) to destroy the germs that cause
infections, making surgery safer.
Aseptic Technique
The procedure that protects patients from healthcare-associated
infections and protects healthcare workers from contact with
blood, body fluid and body tissue.
Autopsy
A medical examination of a body after death
Bacteria
Small Single celled organisms
Body Fluid Exposure Risk
The risk of transmitting communicable diseases such as HIV,
Hepatitis B virus, and hepatitis C virus.
Cadaver
A corpse; dead body
Clean technique
Involves frequent handwashing, maintaining a clean
environment, using clean gloves and sterile equipment.
