| surgical pad |
A soft rubber pad with an apron and inflatable rim for drainage of escaping fluids; used in surgery and obstetrics.
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| surgical portal |
An opening in the skin through which a surgical instrument (e.g., a fiberoptic scope) may be placed. SYN: positioning portal .
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| surgical recovery, delayed |
Extension of the number of postoperative days required to initiate and perform activities that maintain life, health, and well-being. SEE: Nursing Diagnoses Appendix.
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| surgical resident |
A physician who is enrolled in a hospital-based training program to complete the requirements for board certification in a surgical specialty.
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| surgical shock |
Shock following operations and including traumatic shock. SEE: traumatic shock .
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