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2026-2027 Catalog

SURG 211 - Surgical Procedures II


PREREQUISITES: SURG 113 - Surgical Procedures I  and SURG 114 - Clinical Applications I  
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: SURG 212 - Clinical Applications II  

PROGRAM: Surgical Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 6
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 6
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

Studies specialized surgical procedures in relation to the physiological aspects of surgical intervention including those procedures related to the special senses, genitourinary, reproductive, musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Includes knowledge of the involved anatomy, existing pathology, surgical hazards encountered, the surgical procedure, and a review of perioperative patient care.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Describe the perioperative care of the surgical patient, including diagnostic tests, potential surgical hazards, and postoperative care.
  2. Explain the concepts of anesthesia per surgical procedures.
  3. Describe the various types of incisions for specific surgical procedures.
  4. Describe the procedural steps in specific surgical procedures.
  5. Identify normal anatomy and physiology in specific surgical procedures.
  6. Identify pathology pertaining to specific surgical procedures.
  7. Explore the scrubbing and circulating responsibilities of specific surgical procedures.
  8. Identify the physical, spiritual, and psychological needs of the patient.
  9. Describe the concepts of standard precautions as it relates to surgical technology.
  10. Demonstrate the acquisition of procedural knowledge through research.


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Oral and maxillofacial surgical intervention
  • Anesthesia concepts
  • Orthopedic surgical interventions
  • Diagnostic procedures
  • Otorhinolaryngologic surgical interventions
  • Genitourinary surgical interventions
  • Pathophysiology
  • Gynecologic surgical interventions
  • Positioning
  • Instrumentation and equipment
  • Safety
  • Neurosurgical interventions
  • Specimen care
  • Obstetric interventions
  • Surgical incisions
  • Ophthalmic surgical interventions
  • Tissue replacement materials

 
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)