Sticker
Sticker
Sticker (/ˈstɪkər/), in the medical context, refers to a type of adhesive bandage used to cover minor wounds and abrasions. The term is derived from the Old English word "stician", meaning to pierce or stab, which later evolved into the modern English verb "stick".
Usage
A sticker is typically used to protect a small wound or abrasion from dirt and bacteria, thus promoting healing and preventing infection. It consists of a small piece of adhesive material, usually plastic or fabric, with a gauze pad in the center. The adhesive sides of the sticker are pressed against the skin, while the gauze pad covers the wound.
Related Terms
- Bandage: A piece of material used to support a medical device such as a dressing or splint, or on its own to provide support to or to restrict the movement of a part of the body.
- Dressing: A sterile pad or compress applied to a wound to promote healing and protect the wound from further harm.
- Adhesive: A substance that adheres or bonds items together. In the context of medical usage, it is often used to secure bandages or dressings onto a wound.
- Wound: An injury to living tissue caused by a cut, blow, or other impact, typically one in which the skin is cut or broken.
- Abrasion: A wound caused by superficial damage to the skin, no deeper than the epidermis.
Etymology
The term "sticker" comes from the Old English word "stician", which means to pierce or stab. This evolved into the modern English verb "stick", which has a variety of meanings, including to adhere or to become fixed. The term "sticker" as used in the medical context refers to the adhesive bandage's ability to stick to the skin.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sticker
- Wikipedia's article - Sticker
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