SUR 145 - Fundamentals of Surgical Care

Institution:

Piedmont Virginia Community College

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Description:

Introduces principles of aseptic technique, sterilization, disinfection and antisepsis including environment safety and control, CDC and OSHA requirements. Presents packaging, storing, and dispensing surgical supplies, principles of wound healing including types, stages, and complications; types, preparation and care of surgical supplies, packing, dressings, catheters, drains, tubes, supplies, and equipment; classifications of instruments, sutures and needles. Describes responsibilities related to the scrub and circulating roles. Provides students practical experience in the operating room. (Note: Previously listed as NUR 141- 142). Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hours per week for 7 weeks. Prerequisite: SUR 140. Co-requisite: BIO 141.

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.pvcc.edu

Phone Number:

(434) 977-3900

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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