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Bovie-
Used for electrosurgical dissection and hemostasis; the stopping of a flow of blood.
Frequently used as a synonym for electrocautery.
Scalpel-
A small and extremely sharp bladed instrument used for surgery; anatomical dissection (the cutting of a body).
Scrubs-
Clothing used to become sterile before entering an operating room, or when in a sterile medical facility.
Suture-
A stitch or row of stitches holding together the edges of a wound or surgical incision.
Surgical gown-
A protective plastic gown worn by a surgeon when performing surgery.
Sterile field-
A microorganism-free area, including free of spores. To maintain an area free of microorganisms,sterile gloves, gowns and drapes are used to create a barrier between the environment (including members of the team) and the client.