Laver

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Laver (Medicine)

Laver (pronounced: /ˈleɪvər/) is a term used in medicine to refer to a type of basin or vessel used for washing, particularly in a surgical or medical context.

Etymology

The term 'Laver' originates from the Old French word 'lavoir', which means 'a place for washing'. It was later adopted into Middle English as 'lavour'.

Usage in Medicine

In a medical context, a laver is typically used for washing hands or instruments. It is an essential part of maintaining hygiene and preventing the spread of infection in a healthcare setting.

Related Terms

  • Basin (medicine): A receptacle used in medicine for holding liquids, often used interchangeably with 'laver'.
  • Sterilization (medicine): The process of eliminating all forms of life, including infectious agents, from a surface, fluid, or biological medium. Lavers are often used in this process.
  • Infection control: The discipline concerned with preventing healthcare-associated infections; a practical sub-discipline of epidemiology. The use of lavers is a key part of infection control.

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