WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Surgical Technology
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Surgical TechnologySurgical technology students learn the skills needed to assist in the operating room. Courses in Surgical Technology as listed in the 2008-2009 WNC catalog. Back to the Surgical Technology main page. | Courses |
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100B |
Foundations of Surgical Technology |
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Credits: 2.5. Prerequisites: admission into the surgical technology program
Introduces the student to historical development of surgery, the current role of the level I Surgical Technologist, and the roles of all members of the surgical health care team, including the associated ethical, moral, legal and communication responsibilities associated with the roles. Provides information regarding how safety is maintained in the OR environment through processes, procedures, and structural components of the OR suite and hospital. Included in the discussion of safety are the methodologies followed to administer medications and anesthesia and maintain a sterile environment. |
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102B |
Sterilization and Disinfection |
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Credits: 2.5. Prerequisites: admission into the surgical technology program
Introduces the student to the concepts of microbiology, the body's defenses, the inflammatory and infectious processes, and prevention and control of infection. Familiarizes the student with basic instruments used in the surgical environment and provides knowledge and experiences regarding the processes of sterilization and disinfection. Two credits lecture; 0.5 credits laboratory/clinical. |
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104B |
Operating Room Techniques |
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Credits: 4. Prerequisites: SRGT 100B & SRGT 102B
Introduces the student to entry-level skills performed by the Level I Surgical Technologist in the operating room. Skills include the surgical hand scrub, gown and glove procedures; common draping techniques; care of sutures and needles; the setting up of and maintenance of a sterile field, and the responsibilities associate with care of sponges, dressings, drains, specimens; instruments and special equipment. The duties of the circulating nurse and the Level I Surgical Technologist are further delineated, including their roles associated with common diagnostic procedures and laboratory tests utilized in the surgical setting. Three credits lecture; one credit lab. |
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110B |
Preparation of the Surgical Patient |
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Credits: 2.5. Prerequisites: SRGT 100B & SRGT 102B
Discusses principles and procedures followed to maintain general patient safety and dignity in the OR suite, including pre-operative care, transportation, positioning, preparation of the operative, application of thermoregulatory devices, taking and recording vital signs, insertion of a urinary catheter, and maintenance of homeostasis through fluid and blood replacement. Provides information regarding the role of the Level I Surgical Technologist in developing emergency situations such as hemorrhage, cardiac arrest, malignant hyperthermia, and other medical/surgical emergencies. Two credits lecture, 0.5 credits laboratory/clinical. |
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111B |
Surgical Procedures |
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Credits: 5.5. Prerequisites: SRGT 110B
Introduces the student to the roles and responsibilities of the Level I Surgical Technologist that are associated with general and specific surgical procedures including abdominal, orthopedic, obstetric and gynecologic, genitourinary, transplant, plastic, opthalmic, ear, nose, throat and oral, neurological, microsurgery, cardiovascular and thoracic, and pediatric and geriatric surgery. Discussion of each surgical specialty includes a brief history of the type of surgery, common procedures utilized, special considerations based on growth and development and co-existing medical conditions, and medications associated with the procedure. Five credits lecture; .5 credit laboratory. |
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132B |
Surgery Clinical Practice |
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Credits: 9. Prerequisites: SRGT 110B & SRGT 111B
Provides clinical experiences in a variety of surgical environments for students to apply knowledge and skills gained in previous and current SRGT courses to the practice setting. During the course students will learn under the guidance of preceptors and faculty. At the conclusion of the course students will be able to function as beginning Level I Surgical Technologists. 405 hours of clinical experience. |
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