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Specialty Procedures II
SGT210
Study of specialty areas as they pertain to the surgical technologist. Use of appropriate medical terminology, pathoses, relative anatomic structures, basic and specialized surgical instruments, supplies and drugs are emphasized. Specialized instruments, room setup, draping needs, positioning, and the role of and the expectations of services from the surgical technologist are studied. Oral and maxillofacial, orthopedic, peripheral vascular, cardiothoracic and neurosurgery are the main topical areas. Standard precautions are continually emphasized. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO201 and HTH125 and SGT206 and SGT211. Corequisite(s): SGT221. Spring Only.
