Surgical Asepsis Flashcards
1
Q
Ultrasound guided procedure to extract amniotic fluid for genetic
testing or to remove excess amniotic fluid around the fetus
A
amniocentesis
2
Q
Ultrasound guided procedure to drain abdominal fluid (ascites) for
diagnostic or therapeutic purposes
A
paracentesis
3
Q
Ultrasound guided procedure to drain pleural fluid (pleural effusions)
from the pleural cavity.
A
thoracentesis
4
Q
Procedure using a needle and catheter to drain fluid around the heart
A
pericardiocentesis
5
Q
Ultrasound guided procedure for breast or thyroid masses
A
mass biopsy
6
Q
excess abdominal fluid
A
ascites
7
Q
excess pleural fluid
A
pleural effusions
8
Q
Free from microorganisms
A
sterile
9
Q
A designated or special area that is free of microorganisms
A
sterile field
