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6.00 Credits
Prerequisites: KST 100 and KST 102 and KST 106 Duties of the surgical technologist that include maintaining a safe client environment and emphasizes the role of the surgical technologist in the first scrub role. Common surgical techniques and procedures are introduced. 3 hrs. lecture, 4 hrs. lab/wk, 1 hr. clinical/week. Course taught at MCC-Penn Valley Community College. Students should contact the Penn Valley coordinator of surgical technology about the class meeting times and beginning and ending dates of classes. Call 816-759-4000.
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2.00 Credits
Prerequisites: Students must meet entrance requirements and must be accepted into the surgical technology program. Introduces students to the major structures and functions of the human body. Is taught according to body systems. Laboratory time is used to introduce and reinforce classroom instruction. 1 hr. lecture, 1 hr. lab/wk. Course taught at Penn Valley Community College. Students should contact the Penn Valley coordinator of surgical technology about the class meeting times and beginning and ending dates of classes. Call 816-759-4000.
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2.00 Credits
Metric, apothecary, household and linear systems of measurement. Anesthetic agents and stages of anesthesia are introduced. Emphasis on the use and preparation of drugs and solutions commonly used during operative procedures. 2 hrs. lecture/wk. Course taught at MCC-Penn Valley Community College. Students should contact the Penn Valley coordinator of surgical technology about the class meeting times and beginning and ending dates of classes. Call 816-759-4000.
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3.00 Credits
Study of structure, function and pathogenicity of micro-organisms, with an emphasis placed on the infectious proccess, principles of sterilization, disinfecting, environmental sanitation, treatment, and the immune response. 3 hrs. lecture/wk. Course taught at MCC-Penn Valley Community College. Students should contact the Penn Valley coordinator of surgical technology about the class meeting times and beginning and ending dates of classes. Call 816-759-4000.
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8.00 Credits
Focus is on the diagnosis, pathology and surgical sequence of general surgery, gynecological surgery, genitourinary surgery and laparoscopic surgery. Included is discussion of postoperative care and complications. 4 hrs. lecture, 12 hrs clinical/wk. Course taught at MCC-Penn Valley Community College. Students should contact the Penn Valley coordinator of surgical technology about the class meeting times and beginning and ending dates of classes. Call 816-759-4000.
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8.00 Credits
Pathology and surgical sequence of surgical specialties, including preoperative care and client outcomes for: ophthalmology, otorhinolaryngology, head and neck surgery, plastic/reconstructive/burn, and orthopedics. 4 hrs. lecture, 12 hrs. clinical/wk. Course taught at MCC-Penn Valley Community College. Students should contact the Penn Valley coordinator of surgical technology about the class meeting times and beginning and ending dates of classes. Call 816-759-4000.
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2.00 Credits
This course emphasizes skills in developing employability. Included is an exploration of the advanced practice role as a first assistanct in the hospital operating room setting as well as other areas of employment. The process of becoming certified and requirements for maintaining certification are explored. 2 hrs. lecture/wk. Course taught at MCC-Penn Valley Community College. Students should contact the Penn Valley coordinator of surgical technology about the class meeting times and beginning and ending dates of classes. Call 816-759-4000.
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8.00 Credits
Focus is on diagnosis, pathology and surgical sequence with complex surgical specialties: neurosurgery, cardiovascular and peripheral vascular, thoracic, pediatric, geriatric, trauma and surgery. 4 hrs. lecture, 12 hrs. clinical/wk. Course taught at MCC-Penn Valley Community College. Students should contact the Penn Valley coordinator of surgical technology about the class meeting times and beginning and ending dates of classes. Call 816-759-4000.
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3.00 Credits
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to explain the major substantive and procedural aspects of law. This course provides an overview of the legal system and knowledge of specific legal topics, including torts, criminal law, contracts, family law, business law, real estate and probate. This course is a requirement for applying to the paralegal program and for completion of the legal nurse consultant program. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
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1.00 Credits
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to explain the legal assistant profession. Topics will include paralegal licensing, certification, education, employment and professional ethics. The course is required for students seeking admission to the paralegal program. 1 hr. lecture/wk.
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