Dictionary

Surgical

Terms from the operating room and the care of surgical clients.

biohazardA biological material, such as blood, body fluids or used sharps, that can spread infection to people.

bowel obstructionA partial or complete blockage that stops food, fluid and gas from moving through the small or large bowel.

bowel resectionSurgery to remove a section of the small or large intestine.

Bowie-Dick testA daily test that checks whether a prevacuum steam sterilizer removes all the air from its chamber.

bupivacaineA long-acting local anesthetic used to numb an area, block nerves, or give epidural and spinal anesthesia.