SGT 103 - Introduction of Surgical Technology

(5 credits)

30 lecture hours; 90 lab hours
Prerequisites: AHP 130 ; BIO 107 ; SGT 101 ; SOC 101
Corequisites: AHP 230 ; SGT 104
Lab fee
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of aseptic technique and prepares them for functioning in an operating room (OR). The healthcare team, layout of an operating room suite, and OR attire is discussed. Scrubbing, gowning, and gloving are introduced along with the concepts of maintaining a sterile field. Demonstrations and return demonstrations provide opportunities for student participation in the circulating, surgical assistant, and scrub roles. A student’s returned demonstrations are enhanced through repeated timed performances. The principles of anesthesia are also introduced.