antisepsis

/,ænti'sepsis/
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antisepsis

A nurse practices antisepsis by cleaning a medical tray with a sterile wipe.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The process of inhibiting the growth and multiplication of microorganisms: "Antisepsis" refers to the method or practice of using antiseptic agents to prevent infection by stopping or slowing the growth of germs, especially on living tissue.
    • The state of being free from pathogenic organisms: In a broader sense, it can describe the condition of an object or environment that has been made free from disease-causing microbes.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The development of antisepsis by Joseph Lister revolutionized surgery. (The development of the process of inhibiting microorganisms by Joseph Lister revolutionized surgery.)
    • Strict antisepsis is maintained in the operating room. (A state free from pathogens is strictly maintained in the operating room.)
Advanced Usage
  • "Principles of antisepsis": The fundamental rules or methods for preventing infection through the destruction or inhibition of microorganisms.
    • All medical staff must be trained in the principles of antisepsis.
  • "Surgical antisepsis": The specific application of antiseptic techniques during surgical procedures.
    • Surgical antisepsis involves sterilizing instruments and preparing the patient's skin.
Variants and Related Words
  • Antiseptic (adj/noun): (Adjective) Preventing infection by inhibiting microorganism growth. (Noun) A substance that prevents infection.
    • Use an antiseptic wipe to clean the wound.
  • Asepsis (noun): The complete absence of bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms; a state of sterility. While related, "asepsis" often implies a more absolute state than "antisepsis."
    • Asepsis is the goal in a sterile laboratory.
Synonyms
  • Disinfection: The process of cleaning something to destroy bacteria.
  • Sterilization: The process of making something completely free from all living microorganisms.
Related Phrases
  • "Practice antisepsis": To carry out procedures that inhibit microbial growth.
    • It is crucial to practice antisepsis when treating any open wound.
  • "Maintain antisepsis": To keep an area or object in a state that prevents microbial growth.
    • The clinic works hard to maintain antisepsis in all treatment areas.
antisepsis

A nurse practices antisepsis by cleaning a medical tray with a sterile wipe.

Noun
  1. the process of inhibiting the growth and multiplication of microorganisms
  2. (of non-living objects) the state of being free of pathogenic organisms

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