ST 100 Introduction to Surgery
Introduces the surgical environment and will include the hazards and dangers associated with working with surgical team members. Students will learn how to prevent the spread of infection and infectious disease and be provided with an overview of surgical instruments and the sterilization process.
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Demonstrate electrical knowledge as it relates to patient safety. Apply computer knowledge to safe patient care practices in the Operating Room. Describe the surgical applications of robotics. Identify the basic components of equipment used in robotic surgery. Discuss preoperative patient care standards. Identify surgical instruments. Identify the sterilization process.