SUR 111 - Periop Patient Care

Class Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 6
Clinical/Work Exp. Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 7

This course provides the surgical technology student the theoretical knowledge required to function in the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative role. Topics include asepsis, disinfection and sterilization, physical environment, instrumentation, equipment, peri-operative patient care, and peri-operative case management. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles and practice of the peri-operative team member to the operative environment.

Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Surgical Technology program. Corequisites: ACA 111, BIO 163, ENG 111, SUR 110.
When Offered: (F)