ST 100 Introduction to Surgery

Introduces the surgical environment and includes 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.

Credits

3

Notes

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Describe surgical technology professional practice standards and safety. Explain pre-operative surgical technology practices Explain peri-operative surgical technology practices. Describe the professional roles within surgical technology.