ST 204 - Surgical Technology Theory IV

Institution:

Mt Hood Community College

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Description:

Credits 4 (4 Lecture Hrs/Wk) - F Orientation to general surgery procedures including surgery of the gastrointestinal tract, gallbladder, pancreas, liver and spleen with related surgical anatomy, physiology, patho-physiology and specialty instrumentation. Responsibilities of the surgical technologist, basic knowledge of anesthesia, patient response to anesthesia, pharmacology, and emergency routines in the operating room are included. Age-related considerations and relevant ethical and legal issues will be discussed. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in all previous SurgicalTechnology Program curriculum and BI121, BI122, BI234, AH110, CIS120, and CIS120L. Health and safety requirements must be met. Concurrent enrollment in ST221 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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