Tendon reflex
Surgical smoke is a byproduct produced from the use of lasers, ultrasonic devices, and other surgical instruments during various surgical procedures. It is a complex mixture of various harmful and potentially harmful substances, including cellular material, blood fragments, viruses, and bacteria, as well as toxic gases and vapors such as benzene, formaldehyde, and hydrogen cyanide.
Health Risks[edit | edit source]
Exposure to surgical smoke poses significant health risks to both patients and healthcare workers. These risks include respiratory and eye irritation, nausea, and headaches. More serious health effects can include emphysema, asthma, chronic bronchitis, and various types of cancer.
Prevention and Control[edit | edit source]
Prevention and control of surgical smoke exposure is critical to ensuring the health and safety of patients and healthcare workers. This can be achieved through the use of smoke evacuation systems, which capture and filter surgical smoke at the source, and personal protective equipment (PPE), such as respirators and eye protection.
Regulations and Guidelines[edit | edit source]
Various organizations, including the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN), have issued guidelines and recommendations for the prevention and control of surgical smoke exposure.
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