chlorhexidine
Hospital skin cleanser
Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic compound used to kill bacteria on skin and mucous membranes.
It appears in surgical scrubs, mouthwashes, and skin cleansers: The nurse swabbed the area with chlorhexidine before inserting the IV.
Unlike alcohol-based antiseptics, chlorhexidine continues working for hours after application.
Agent that kills microbes
- disinfectantAgent destroying surface pathogens
- bactericideSubstance killing harmful microbes
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
biocide · sanitizer · povidone-iodine · betadine · alcohol · iodine · hydrogen peroxide · benzalkonium
Gum tissue inflammation
- plaqueInscribed memorial tablet
- periodontitisGum infection destroying jawbone
- antiplaquePrevents dental biofilm
- oral rinseLiquid mouth cleanser
gum disease · bad breath · halitosis · bleeding gums · tartar · dental hygiene · swish · gargle
Uncontaminated surgical workspace
- preoperativeBefore a medical procedure
- wound careTreatment of bodily injuries
- central lineIV catheter to major vein
- dressingSauce for salads
Preventing pathogen transmission
- decolonizationEnding imperial control
- MRSADrug-resistant staph infection
- hospital-acquiredOriginating within medical facilities
- sterile techniqueInfection-preventing clinical protocol
Sauce for salads
- irrigationArtificial water supply for agriculture
- ulcerErosive tissue wound
- lacerationTorn, ragged wound
- abrasionShallow surface wound
debridement · chronic wound · pressure sore · skin graft · healing · granulation · exudate · bandage
Of the horse family
- canineOf or like dogs
- felineOf or like cats
- livestockDomesticated farm animals
- ear cleanerWax-removing implement
germicide
Agent that kills microbes
- disinfectantAgent destroying surface pathogens
- bactericideSubstance killing harmful microbes
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
antibacterial · biocide · sanitizer · povidone-iodine · betadine · alcohol · iodine · hydrogen peroxide · benzalkonium · isopropyl
gingivitis
Gum tissue inflammation
- plaqueInscribed memorial tablet
- periodontitisGum infection destroying jawbone
- antiplaquePrevents dental biofilm
oral rinse · gum disease · bad breath · halitosis · bleeding gums · tartar · dental hygiene · swish · gargle · staining
sterile field
Uncontaminated surgical workspace
- preoperativeBefore a medical procedure
- wound careTreatment of bodily injuries
- central lineIV catheter to major vein
dressing · implant · procedure · operating room · infection prevention
infection control
Preventing pathogen transmission
- decolonizationEnding imperial control
- MRSADrug-resistant staph infection
- hospital-acquiredOriginating within medical facilities
dressing
Sauce for salads
- irrigationArtificial water supply for agriculture
- ulcerErosive tissue wound
- lacerationTorn, ragged wound
abrasion · debridement · chronic wound · pressure sore · skin graft · healing · granulation · exudate · bandage · gauze
equine
Of the horse family
chlorhexidinealcohol
Intoxicating hydroxyl compound
isopropyl alcohol · ethanol · saline · sterile water · povidone-iodine