Subject code
SURG
Course Number
145
Credits
5
Course Title
Fundamentals of Perioperative Concepts & Techniques
Description
This is an in-depth coverage of perioperative concepts such as aseptic/ sterile principles and practice, infectious processes, wound healing and creation and maintenance of the sterile field. This course is designed to prepare the student to enter the surgical environment with entry-level knowledge of aseptic technique principles and practices, the creation and maintenance of the sterile field including equipment, supplies and instrumentation, and basic case preparation and procedures. An introduction to diseases and disease processes that may be displayed by the surgical patient and the patient's bodily responses to disease are also included. Repeatable: up to 5 credits.