Clean
Clean (medical term)
Clean (/kliːn/), from the Old English clǣne meaning pure or clear, is a term often used in the medical field to describe a state free from dirt, marks, or stains, or the absence of bacteria or other pathogens.
Definition
In a medical context, clean refers to the absence of both visible and invisible contaminants. This can apply to a variety of situations, such as clean wounds, clean surgical instruments, or clean hospital environments.
Related Terms
- Sterile: A higher level of cleanliness, where an object or environment is completely free of all microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, spores, and fungi.
- Aseptic: Refers to measures taken to prevent contamination by pathogens, often used in the context of surgical procedures or wound care.
- Disinfection: The process of cleaning something, especially with a chemical, in order to destroy bacteria.
- Sanitation: The state of being clean and conducive to health.
Pronunciation
The word clean is pronounced as /kliːn/.
Etymology
The term clean originates from the Old English clǣne, which has the same meaning as the modern English term. It has been used in the English language since at least the 10th century.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, clean is often used to describe a state that is free from harmful substances such as bacteria or viruses. For example, a clean wound is one that is not infected, while clean surgical instruments are those that have been sterilized to remove all potential contaminants.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Clean
- Wikipedia's article - Clean
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