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Who is sometimes referred to as the Father of Anatomy?
Who is sometimes referred to as the Father of Anatomy?
What is the etymology of the word 'surgery'?
What is the etymology of the word 'surgery'?
What did Ancient Egyptian surgeons use to treat wounds and broken bones?
What did Ancient Egyptian surgeons use to treat wounds and broken bones?
What did Greek surgeons use to bathe wounds?
What did Greek surgeons use to bathe wounds?
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Which ancient figure was interested in anatomy and dissected animal bodies including apes?
Which ancient figure was interested in anatomy and dissected animal bodies including apes?
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What is the main difference between sterilization and disinfection?
What is the main difference between sterilization and disinfection?
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What is the purpose of antisepsis?
What is the purpose of antisepsis?
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How does cleaning differ from disinfection?
How does cleaning differ from disinfection?
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Which compounds are commonly used for disinfection?
Which compounds are commonly used for disinfection?
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Why must equipment or supplies that come in contact with body tissues or blood be sterile?
Why must equipment or supplies that come in contact with body tissues or blood be sterile?
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Study Notes
Key Figures in Medical History
- Galen is sometimes referred to as the Father of Anatomy.
Origins of Medical Terms
- The word "surgery" comes from the Greek words "cheir" meaning hand and "ourgos" meaning work.
Ancient Medical Practices
- Ancient Egyptian surgeons used honey and linen to treat wounds and broken bones.
- Greek surgeons used wine to bathe wounds.
Early Anatomical Studies
- Galen was interested in anatomy and dissected animal bodies, including apes.
Sterilization and Disinfection
- The main difference between sterilization and disinfection is that sterilization completely eliminates all microorganisms, while disinfection reduces their number.
- Antisepsis is a process that prevents the growth of microorganisms.
- Cleaning is the removal of dirt and debris, while disinfection is the destruction of microorganisms.
- Common disinfectants include phenol, bleach, and alcohol.
- Equipment and supplies that come into contact with body tissues or blood must be sterile to prevent the transmission of infections.
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Test your knowledge of surgery and surgeons with this informative quiz covering the history, techniques, and significance of this branch of medicine.
