Maricopa Community Colleges  SGT227   20052-20075 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 11/23/04
SGT227 20052-20075 LAB 3 Credit(s) 15 Period(s)
Operating Room Practicum IV
Reinforcement and broadening of knowledge and skills of the surgical technologist required for pre-operative, intra- operative and post-operative care of the patient undergoing the following types of surgeries: general, thoracic, vascular, ophthalmic, nuerologic, orthopedic, plastic/reconstructive, gynecologic, obstetric and/or genitourinary.
Prerequisites: BIO162AA, SGT101, SGT110, SGT120, and SGT220.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
SGT227   20052-20075 Operating Room Practicum IV
1. Prepare, setup and utilize instruments, equipment and supplies during the pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative periods. (I)
2. Utilize principles of asepsis and safety in the care of patients and equipment. (I)
3. Maintain consistent timing for passing instruments and equipment determined by surgeon's need. (II)
4. Identify anatomical parts and recognize abnormal or diseased conditions. (II)
5. Communicate affectively with physicians, patients and team members. (III)
6. Demonstrate ethical and professional relations in performing routine and special surgical procedures. (IV)
7. Describe specific responsibilities of each member of the surgical team and including personal and legal limitations. (IV)
8. Observe the patient for abnormal conditions when using anesthesia and pharmacologic agents. (V)
9. Identify emergency situations and demonstrate efficiency in following established rule and regulations. (VI)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
SGT227   20052-20075 Operating Room Practicum IV
    I. Instruments, Equipment, Supplies
        A. Pre-operative
          1. Preparation
          2. Set-up
        B. Intra-operative
          1. Organization
          2. Timing
        C. Post-operative
          1. Dressing/drains
          2. Transfer
          3. Clean-up
        D. Safety principles
        E. Aseptic techniques
      II. Surgical Procedures
          A. Passing instruments
            1. Anticipation
            2. Timing
            3. Dexterity
            4. Calmness
          B. Anatomy
          C. Disease
        III. Communication
            A. Surgical team
            B. Patient
            C. Instructors
          IV. Surgical Technologist Role
              A. Legal
              B. Ethical
              C. Professional
            V. Pharmacologic Agents
                A. Handling
                B. Labeling
                C. Observations
              VI. Emergencies
                  A. Observations
                  B. Procedures
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