Author:
Seeman Kristyn,Caso Jamie
Abstract
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Cleaning surgical instruments after use in a procedure involving chemotherapeutic medications
Key words: deactivation, decontamination, cleaning, disinfection, chemotherapeutic medication.
Paper count sheets sterilized inside instrument sets
Key words: count sheets, instrument sets, printer ink, toner, toxicity.
Off‐label use of dental devices during direct laryngoscopy
Key words: mouth guard, dental injury, direct laryngoscopy, anesthesia, intubation.
Using intermittent pneumatic compression devices on patients in lithotomy position
Key words: mechanical compression devices, compartment syndrome, lithotomy, venous thromboembolism, thromboprophylaxis.
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