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SubjectsMicrobiologyMicrobiology & Infection ControlChapter 2 — Infection Control & Sterilization2.3 Asepsis

Topic 2.3 · Microbiology · Infection Control & Sterilization

Asepsis

Medical asepsis reduces contamination; surgical asepsis (sterile technique) excludes microorganisms entirely.

Standard precautions apply to all patients.

Important Facts

Medical asepsis
Clean technique
Surgical asepsis
Sterile technique

Key Points

  • Surgical asepsis used in procedures
  • Gloves, gowns and masks are standard precautions

Important Names

Ignaz Semmelweis
Exam-Oriented Notes
  • »Semmelweis championed hand washing

Related topics

2.1 Chain of Infection2.2 Sterilization & Disinfection
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