SURG 121 — F
Surgical Tech II (6-0) 6 Credits This course assists the student with the fundamentals for functioning in the sterile role. The student will obtain knowledge through lecture about the surgical conscience and learning aseptic technique. The discussion of various pathogens through microbiology will provide an understanding of asepsis. This will provide an understanding the methods of decontamination for instrumentation. Students will also be taught the various hazardous chemicals and safety precautions. Body systems are reviewed including anatomy, physiology, diagnostic terms, and surgical and therapeutic procedures. This will serve as an introduction to Anatomy and Physiology for the beginning Surgical Technologist . This course also assists the student with medical word building and the development of extensive medical vocabulary. (Corequisite: SURG 125)