AHST 155 - Surgical Pharmacology

Institution:

Yakima Valley Community College

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Description:

3 credits quarters: F Explores the surgical technologist's role in pharmacology and anesthesia. Topics include terminology, action,use and modes of administration of drugs and anesthetic agents, side effects and contraindications, factors that influence anesthesia selection, identification of monitoring devices; complications related to anesthesia and possible interventions; transfer of drugs from nonsterile to sterile areas, and care and precaution in identifying drugs and solutions in the operating room. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Surgical Technology Program

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.yvcc.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 574-4600

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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