SURG101

In this course students complete a lecture and laboratory component that introduces them to the principles and practice of surgical technology. Students will be introduced to the basics of preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative surgical case management. Topic addresses throughout this course include organization and layout of operating rooms; hospital administration; patient care and safety; sterilization techniques; surgical pharmacology and anesthesia; preparation, care, and handling of instrumentation; operation room equipment and supplies; surgical wound closure; wound healing and management; development of surgical conscience; and ethical, moral, and legal issues in health care. Successful completion of this course with a C or better is required for clinical placement. Prerequisite: BIO101, BIO104, BIO205 with a C or better