ST 1010 - Beginning Surgical Technology I

1. Verbalize of the role of each team member in the surgical environment.
2. Define the meaning of surgical consciousness.
3. Describe the design of the operating room related to function.
4. Apply the principles of microbiology to sterilization, disinfection, sterility, and infection control.
5.  Apply the scientific principles of aseptic technique.
6. Describe the scope of practice of the surgical technologist in the operating room.
7. Describe the use of accessory supplies and their pertinence to specific procedures.
8. Define the mechanisms of wound healing and classification of surgical procedure.
9. Correlate the principles of pharmacology in labeling and using medication during surgical procedures.
10. Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology.
11. Discuss the reasons for patient fear and anxiety in the adult and pediatric patient.
12. Identify the basic components of a computer system.
13. Demonstrate the operation of a computer utilizing word-processing, Internet browser, and e-mail software.
14. Define electricity and identify components of an electrosurgical system.
15. Demonstrate comprehension and application of appropriate principles of physics as related to tasks performed by the surgical technologist.
16. Recognize the purpose of minimally invasive surgery.
17. List the four basic types of surgical robots.
18. Follow directions as it applies in the classroom.
19. Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology.
20. Discuss the reasons for patient fear and anxiety in the adult and pediatric patient.
21. Identify the basic components of a computer system.
22. Demonstrate the operation of a computer utilizing word-processing, Internet browser, and e-mail software.
23. Define electricity and identify components of an electrosurgical system.
24. Demonstrate comprehension and application of appropriate principles of physics as related to tasks performed by the surgical technologist.
25. Recognize the purpose of minimally invasive surgery.
26. List the four basic types of surgical robots.
27. Follow directions as it applies in the classroom.