SUR 111 Periop Patient Care

Lecture: 5 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 7

This course provides the surgical technology student the theoretical knowledge required to function in the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative role. Topics include asepsis, disinfection and sterilization, physical environment, instrumentation, equipment, peri-operative patient care, and peri-operative case management. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles and practice of the peri-operative team member to the operative environment.

Co-requisite(s): SUR 110 .
Course is typically offered in Fall.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Develop a surgical conscience by incorporating principles of aseptic technique for perioperative patient care.
Differentiate types of surgical instruments by tissue type, design, and function.
Adhere to Association of Surgical Technology (AST) guidelines when performing a surgical scrub.
Select surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies appropriate for the assigned surgical case.
Demonstrate safe and accurate handling, passing, and disinfection of instruments. 6. Perform the roles of a sterile and non-sterile surgical team member.