To remove infectious organisms in order to make instruments, gloves, and other objects safer for people who clean them.

See Deep vein thrombosis, Appendix B.

A mental condition typically marked by dejection, despair, lack of hope, and sometimes either extreme tiredness or agitation.

A chronic disorder that occurs when blood glucose levels become too high because the body does not produce enough insulin or cannot use the insulin properly.

See high-level disinfection.

Avoiding both pregnancy and sexually transmitted infection.

Pain during vaginal bleeding, commonly known as menstrual cramps.