SURG 1002 - Basic Skills

1 Credit
3 Lab Hours

A study of Sterile Technique and basic techniques necessary to function as a Surgical Technologist in the Scrub Role. Topics include principles of sterile technique, surgical scrub, gowning and gloving self and others, case setup, medication handling, counts, draping and proper instrument handling. A grade of “C” or above must be earned in courses to meet requirements for enrollment in subsequent courses. A grade of “C” or above in all Surgical Technology curriculum courses must be earned prior to graduation. Prerequisite(s): Program application, interview and instructor permission, completed health program documentation including background check Corequisite(s): SURG 1003, SURG 1004.

Semester Availability: Summer, Fall

Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Pathway

Syllabus

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