Surgical Assisting
Course: HTH-1445
Course Credits: 1
Prerequisites: BIO-1040 BIO-1040L
Description:
Students learn to identify and care for surgical instruments and practice medical and surgical aseptic techniques in this course. Topics include sterilization and disinfection techniques and autoclaving; preparing patients for various minor surgical procedures; preparing the exam room; assisting with surgery; and post treatment patient care. Students also learn to apply dressings, bandages, splints and casts, as well as patient instruction and patient fittings for ambulatory aids.
Course Fee: $100.00
Contact Department Liason, 301-934-7534, if you have any questions pertaining to this course.
Last Update: October 10, 2008