Scrubs
Scrubs (clothing)
Scrubs (/skrʌbz/) are the sanitary clothing worn by surgeons, nurses, physicians, and other workers involved in patient care in hospitals. Originally designed for use by surgeons and other operating room personnel, who would put them on when sterilizing themselves, or "scrubbing in", before surgery, they are now worn by many hospital personnel.
Etymology
The term "scrubs" is derived from the practice of medical personnel "scrubbing in" before a surgery, to ensure that they are completely clean and do not introduce any pathogens into the surgical field. The clothing came to be known as "scrubs" because they were worn by those who had scrubbed their hands and arms in preparation for surgery.
Types of Scrubs
There are several types of scrubs, including:
- Surgical scrubs: These are the most common type of scrubs. They are typically light green or light blue and are designed to be easily cleaned. They are worn by surgeons and operating room staff during surgeries.
- Nursing scrubs: These are similar to surgical scrubs, but they are often more colorful and patterned. They are worn by nurses and other patient care staff.
- Veterinary scrubs: These are similar to other types of scrubs, but they are often worn by veterinary staff. They may be more colorful and patterned than surgical scrubs.
Related Terms
- Scrub cap: A cap worn by medical personnel to keep their hair out of the surgical field.
- Scrub suit: A two-piece garment worn by medical personnel, typically consisting of a short-sleeved shirt and pants.
- Scrub shoes: Shoes worn by medical personnel that are designed to be easily cleaned and sterilized.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Scrubs
- Wikipedia's article - Scrubs
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