SURG 213 - Surgical Procedures III

PREREQUISITES: SURG 211 - Surgical Procedures II and SURG 212 - Clinical Applications II
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: SURG 214 - Clinical Applications III

PROGRAM: Surgical Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

Studies specialized surgical procedures including those related to aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, the cardiothoracic and vascular 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:

Describe the perioperative care of the surgical patient, including diagnostic tests, potential surgical hazards, and postoperative care.
Explain the concepts of anesthesia per surgical procedures.
Describe the various types of incisions for specific surgical procedures.
Describe the procedural steps in specific surgical procedures.
Identify normal anatomy and physiology in specific surgical procedures.
Identify pathology pertaining to specific surgical procedures.
State the scrubbing and circulating responsibilities of specific surgical procedures.
Explore the physical, spiritual, and psychological needs of the patient.
Describe the concepts of universal precautions as it relates to surgical technology.

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

Anatomy and physiology
Plastic and reconstructive surgical interventions
Anesthesia concepts
Positioning
Specimen care
Peripheral vascular surgical interventions
Safety
Cardiothoracic surgical interventions
Diagnostic procedures
Instrumentation and equipment
Pathophysiology
Surgical incisions

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SURG 213 - Surgical Procedures III