Contact Transmission Involves the Physical Transfer of an Agent from an Infected

question 51

Short Answer

Contact transmission involves the physical transfer of an agent from an infected person to an ____________________ person.

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Definitions:

Intraspinal Catheter

A catheter placed within the spinal canal for the delivery of medications or the drainage of cerebrospinal fluid, often used in pain management or neurosurgical procedures.

Dura

The tough outermost membrane covering the brain and spinal cord, also known as the dura mater.

Patient-Controlled Analgesia

A method of pain management that allows the patient to administer their own analgesic medication through the use of a programmable pump.

Postoperative Orders

Instructions provided by healthcare professionals for care and treatment following a surgical procedure.