SUR 1123 - Surgical Procedures 1

Institution:

North Arkansas College

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Description:

This course familiarizes learners with surgical procedures. It emphasizes patient care, surgical anatomy, equipment and supplies needed for procedures, and surgical sequence. Students learn about pathophysiology, diagnostic tests, preoperative and postoperative care, and complications of surgery. Areas studied include diagnostic surgery, endoscopic surgery, general surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and obstetric and gynecological surgery. Certificate prerequisites: ALDH 1042 or 1043, Medical Terminology, BIOL 1434 Basic Anatomy & Physiology. AAS prerequisites: ALDH 1042 or 1043 Medical Terminology, BIOL 2214 Anatomy & Physiology I, BIOL 2224 Anatomy & Physiology II, BIOL 2014 Microbiology.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northark.edu

Phone Number:

(870) 743-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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