SURG 1410 Surgical Technology Roles

(6-0-0) 6 Credits UN

This course is an introduction to concepts and practices of surgical technology. It encompasses the discipline of surgical technology, responsibilities to their patients and their fellow team members, communication and teamwork, as well as content related to microbes and the process of infection, sterile techniques. Students will also be introduced learn about the surgical patient, infection control, disinfection and sterilization, and concepts of wound closure and wound healing and management of surgical procedures. The student will discuss topics regarding the care of patients before, during, and after surgery and the role the surgical technologist plays in providing this care.
Pre-requisite(s): SURG 1030, SURG 1111 Concurrency: None Co-requisite(s): SURG 1411.