SURT - 1100L Principles & Practices of Surgical Technology I

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Surgical Technology program
Co-requisite(s): SURT-1030 and SURT-1100
This course is an application of the introductory principles and practices of surgical technology learned in SURT-1100 within a simulated setting. Students will develop and employ the principles of aseptic technique, surgical conscience, teamwork and communication, care of the perioperative patient, the role of the scrub and circulator, and personal and patient safety as they apply to the perioperative environment. Students will gain an understanding of the application of biomedical devices, surgical instrumentation, equipment, supplies, wound closure and management devices, basic principles of patient transport, positioning, and surgical preparation. Surgical specialties include diagnostic procedures and minimally invasive, general, gynecologic and obstetric, genitourinary, and otorhinolaryngolic surgeries. In addition, students will learn about the role of the central processing department in healthcare, including infection control practices and instrument processing. Emphasis is placed on the principles of aseptic technique and the application of safe patient care practices.

Course content is delivered in accordance with the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology 7th edition as required for program accreditation.

Credits: 3
Vocational Laboratory Hours: 135