ST 206 - Surgical Technology Theory VI

Institution:

Mt Hood Community College

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Description:

Credits 4 (4 Lecture Hrs/Wk) - W Orientation to orthopedic surgery for the adult and pediatric patient, with related surgical anatomy, physiology, and patho-physiology. Identification, handling, and use of specialty instrumentation, and complex equipment included. Responsibilities of the Surgical Technologist, age-related considerations with emphasis on care of the geriatric patient in the surgical environment and relevant ethical and legal considerations will be discussed. The process for becoming employed will be discussed. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in all previousSurgical Technology Program curriculum and BI121, BI122, BI234 and AH110. Immunization requirements must be met. Concurrent enrollment in ST222 is required.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mhcc.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 491-6422

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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