SUR 284 - Principles of Surgical Assisting

Institution:

Somerset Community College

Subject:

Description:

Hours: 3 Course ID: 004248 Introduces the student to the theory involved in surgical assisting; Incorporates anatomy, surgical techniques, aseptic techniques, draping, positioning, suturing, safety, and duties of the surgical team. Prerequisite: Program admission and student must be a certified Surgical Technologist or an RN with operating room experience. Student must provide current documentation of certification/licensure. Corequisite: SUR 280. Lecture: 2 credits (30 contact hours). Laboratory: 1 credit (45 contact hours). Component: Laboratory, Lecture

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.somerset.kctcs.edu/

Phone Number:

(877) 629-9722

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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