SURG 2321 - Surgical Procedures I

Credit hours: 3

Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Surgical Technology Program

Course Description:
An overview of the relevant anatomy, pathophysiology (including tumors, inflammation, infection, and fluid and hemodynamic disorders), surgically treatable diseases and disorders, preparations, diagnostic interventions, instrumentation, purpose, intervention, postoperative patient care considerations and expected outcome for surgical procedures covered in the course.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course sequence, the student will demonstrate knowledge of the relevant anatomy, pathophysiology, preparations, diagnostic interventions, instrumentation, purpose, intervention, postoperative patient care considerations and expected outcome for surgical procedures in specialties that include

General Surgery
Obstetric and Gynecologic Surgery
Genitourinary Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Diagnostic Procedures