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What is asepsis?
Absence of pathogenic micro-organisms.
Which of the following are types of asepsis?
What is the purpose of medical asepsis?
Prevent all means of cross-infection from patient to another.
Which of the following is an example of medical asepsis?
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What practices are used in surgical asepsis?
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The purpose of surgical asepsis is to prevent contamination of ______.
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Surgical asepsis is used for invasive procedures.
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Study Notes
Asepsis
- Asepsis: Absence of pathogenic micro-organisms
- Aseptic techniques: Practices/procedures to reduce the risk of infection
- Two types of asepsis:
- Medical asepsis
- Surgical asepsis
Medical Asepsis (Clean Technique)
- Practices used to reduce the number, growth, and spread of microorganisms
- Purpose: Prevent all means of cross-infection between patients, including communicable diseases
- Indications: All patients, even when no infection is diagnosed
- Examples: Medical hand washing, barrier techniques, routine environmental cleaning
Surgical Asepsis (Sterile Technique)
- Practices used to eliminate all microorganisms from an object or area
- Purpose: Prevent contamination of wounds and maintain a sterile field for surgery
- Indications: Invasive procedures, surgery, burns, operation rooms
- Examples: Surgical hand washing, surgical instruments, and sterile gloves
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Explore the critical concepts of asepsis, including the differences between medical and surgical techniques. This quiz will help you understand the practices that prevent infection and maintain a sterile environment. Test your knowledge on various aseptic practices applicable in healthcare settings.
