Verbalize of the role of each team member in the surgical environment.
Define the meaning of surgical consciousness.
Apply the principles of microbiology to sterilization, disinfection, sterility, and infection control.
Apply the scientific principles of aseptic technique.
Describe the scope of practice of the surgical technologist in the operating room.
Describe the use of accessory supplies and their pertinence to specific procedures.
Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology.
Demonstrate the properly technique of donning OR attire and PPEs.
Demonstrate techniques of opening and preparing supplies and instruments needed for any operative procedure with the maintenance of sterile technique at all times.
Demonstrate the proper techniques for the surgical hand scrub, gowning and gloving, and assisting of team members.
Demonstrate the proper technique for preparing supplies and instruments on the sterile field.
Demonstrate and explain in detail the procedure for counting instruments, sponges, needles, and other items on the sterile field.
Demonstrate the initial steps for starting a procedure.
Demonstrate intra-operative handling of sterile equipment and supplies.
Follow directions as it applies in lab.
Course Description Provides opportunity to practice clinical skills and competencies developed in the classroom. Includes surgical technique,setting up the sterile field, scrubbing, gowning and glovingand standards of practice. Infection prevention and control will be covered plus care of the surgical patient. Credits: 6