SURG 210 - Applied Surgical Techniques I

Offered FL
Lecture- 1 Lab- 3
4 credit hrs/7 contact hrs
This course covers the application of aseptic technique theory. Student will be able to demonstrate their understanding on the sterile techniques skills including, but not limited to: the use of surgical supplies and equipment, scrubbing, gowning and gloving, vital signs, opening up a sterile field, disinfection, and medical handwashing. Students will demonstrate knowledge of proper counting techniques, patient positioning, surgical skin prepping techniques, draping the sterile field. Students will be required to successfully complete a specified number of competencies to advance to ST-211 – Applied Surgical Techniques II.