ST 202 - Principles of Operating Room Techniques

Institution:

Southern Maine Community College

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Description:

The course provides a detailed study of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique. These principles are coordinated with laboratory practice. Emphasis will be placed on the surgical hand scrub, surgical preparation of the skin, urinary catheterization, gowning and gloving , draping the operative field and duties of the scrub and circulating technologists. Basic instrumentation, wound closure material, sponges, dressings, drains and catheters, and counts are also included in this section. Prerequisite: Successful completion of first semester. Contact hours: 139

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.smccME.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 741-5500

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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