Match Each Term with Its Definition

question 49

Multiple Choice

Match each term with its definition.
-Process in which sterilization is accomplished by raising the temperature of surgical instruments to the designated temperature that renders them sterile

• A)fasting
• B)soaking solution
• C)Mayo stand
• D)sterile drape
• E)medical asepsis
• F)surgical asepsis
• G)hand antiseptics
• H)dry heat
• I)jewelry
• J)sterile gown
• K)consent form
• L)strikethrough
• M)antiseptic
• N)acupuncture

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Definitions:

Tumor-suppressor Genes

Genes that help regulate cell growth and division, and can prevent the development of tumors by inhibiting cell proliferation.

Anti-oncogenes

Anti-oncogenes, also known as tumor suppressor genes, are genes that help regulate cell growth and division, preventing the uncontrolled cell growth that contributes to cancer formation.

Transposons

DNA sequences that can change their position within the genome, sometimes creating or reversing mutations and altering the cell's genetic identity.

Carcinogenic Chemicals

Substances that are known to cause cancer by inducing cellular mutations or disrupting cellular processes.