What common medical adapter that can reduce hospital-acquired infections shares its name with a traditional holiday symbol?
The Christmas tree adapter. The oxygen adapter is used to keep the tubing in place and to minimize leakage. It gets its festive name because its shape and design make it look like a Christmas tree.
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