ST 111 — Introduction to Surgical Theory
Introduces the hospital setting as it relates to the surgical technology field. Consists of professional management, the organization and management of healthcare facilities, the physical environment, disasters or public health emergencies, and communication tactics and techniques utilized in a catastrophe. Covers important components for cultivating a surgical conscience in addition to employable skills, operating room attire, electronic health records proficiency, hand hygiene and surgical scrub. Required: Admission to the Surgical Technology program.
Prerequisites: BI 231, MTH 095, WR 121Z