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• Personal protective equipment
  == Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) == ...otect the wearer's body from injury or infection. The hazards addressed by protective equipment include physical, electrical, heat, chemicals, biohazards, and ai
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• Surgical smoke
  ...s a byproduct produced during surgical procedures that use electrosurgical devices, lasers, or high-speed drills. ...en surgical instruments, such as [[Electrosurgical devices|electrosurgical devices]], [[Laser|lasers]], or [[High-speed drill|high-speed drills]], are used to
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• Personal Protective Equipment
  == Personal Protective Equipment == ...otect the wearer's body from injury or infection. The hazards addressed by protective equipment include physical, electrical, heat, chemicals, biohazards, and ai
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• Silver
  ...ns, including [[Wound Dressing|wound dressings]], [[Medical Device|medical devices]], and [[Antibiotic|antibiotic]] coatings. ==== Silver in Medical Devices ====
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• Sleeve
  ...often referring to a type of surgical procedure or a component of medical devices. The term originates from the Old English word "slieve," which means a cove In the context of medical devices, a '''sleeve''' can refer to a protective covering or barrier. For example, in [[Endoscopy]], a sleeve may be used to
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• Sheath
  ...o refer to natural or synthetic coverings of certain body parts or medical devices. In [[Surgery]], a sheath can refer to a protective covering used to encase a sharp surgical instrument, such as a scalpel or n
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• Elizabeth
  ...field. However, it is often associated with the [[Elizabethan collar]], a protective medical device for animals. * [[Elizabethan collar]]: A protective device often used in veterinary medicine. It is a wide, cone-shaped collar
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• Bale
  ...ound package of medical waste, often wrapped in a plastic or other type of protective covering. Bales are typically used to safely contain and transport medical ...body parts, diagnostic samples, blood, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and radioactive materials.
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• Liquid bandage
  ...that can be applied to the skin in liquid form and then hardens to form a protective seal. ...nd allowed to dry for about a minute. Once dry, the liquid bandage forms a protective seal over the wound, keeping out dirt and bacteria and promoting healing. S
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• Glasses
  ...tion: /ˈɡlɑːsɪz/), also known as '''eyeglasses''' or '''spectacles''', are devices consisting of [[glass]] or hard [[plastic]] lenses mounted in a frame that * '''[[Safety Glasses]]''': Protective eyewear that prevent foreign objects or chemicals from striking the eyes.
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• Condoms, needles, and negotiation
  '''Condoms''' (/ˈkɒndəm/ or UK: /ˈkɒndɒm/) are barrier devices that are used during sexual intercourse to reduce the probability of pregna ...iscussion and agreement between partners about the use of condoms or other protective measures. It is a crucial aspect of ensuring mutual consent and understandi
  2 KB (266 words) - 19:39, 12 February 2024
• Radioactive contamination
  ...containment of radioactive substances, and the use of radiation detection devices. Decontamination can be achieved through a variety of methods, including th
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• Cidex
  Cidex is used for the disinfection of medical instruments and devices that are sensitive to heat. It is particularly effective against a wide ran ...eyes, and respiratory tract. Therefore, it is recommended to use personal protective equipment when handling Cidex.
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• Hypothermia cap
  ...effect of the cap. The word "cap" is of Old English origin, referring to a protective covering for the head. [[Category:Medical Devices]]
  1 KB (173 words) - 17:49, 7 February 2024
• Liner
  * [[Prosthetic Liner]]: A protective cover used in prosthetics to provide a better fit and comfort for the user. [[Category:Medical Devices]]
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• Polymethylsiloxane polyhydrate
  ...It is also used in the production of [[contact lenses]] and other medical devices due to its biocompatibility and resistance to bacterial growth.
  1 KB (196 words) - 19:21, 11 February 2024
• Dental impression
  * [[Orthodontic Appliances]]: Devices used to correct malocclusion and other dental irregularities. * [[Mouthguard]]: A protective device for the mouth that covers the teeth and gums.
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• Immobilization
  ...r severe [[sprain|sprains]]. This is typically achieved through the use of devices such as [[cast (medicine)|casts]], [[splint|splints]], or [[brace|braces]]. * [[Cast (medicine)|Cast]]: A hard protective shell applied to protect a broken or fractured bone while it heals.
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• Gear
  ...used to diagnose, prevent, or treat diseases or other conditions. Medical devices range from simple tools like thermometers to complex machines like pacemake * [[Personal protective equipment]]: Often referred to as PPE, this type of gear is used to protect
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• Coatings
  ...that are applied as a free-flowing powder, and then heated to form a hard, protective layer. * [[Medical industry|Medical]]: Coatings are used to protect medical devices and improve their performance.
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