Chapter 39 Flashcards
Anesthesia
The loss (an) of all sensation (esthesia), especially pain, produced by a drug
Antiseptic
A chemical applied to the skin to prevent the growth and reproduction of microbes
Elective Surgery
Surgery done by choice to improve life or well-being
Embolus
A blood clot (thrombus) that travels through the vascular system until it lodges in a blood vessel
Emergency Surgery
Surgery done at once to save life or function
General Anesthesia
A treatment with certain drugs that produces a deep sleep and the absence of all sensation, especially pain
Local Anesthesia
The loss of sensation, produced by a drug, in a small area
Post-Operative
After (post) surgery; Post-Op
Pre-Operative
Before (pre) surgery; Pre-Op
Regional Anesthesia
The loss of sensation, produced by a drug, in a large area
Sedation
A state of quiet, calmness, or sleep produced by a drug
Surgical Site Infection (SSI)
An infection that occurs after surgery in the body part where the surgery took place
Thrombus
A blood clot
Urgent Surgery
Surgery needed for health; it can be delayed for a few days
