Perioperative Bioscience ((3 credit hours))

Catalog description

Promotes an understanding of microbial physiology which precedes the understanding of disease transmission and/or prevention; Emphasizes standard precautions and infection control; Contains pharmacology section designed to promote understanding of effects of pre, post and operative drugs; Includes anesthesia section designed to promote understanding of general principles/techniques and drugs used by anesthesia and effects on the patient; Introduces the student to the following: diagnostic testing such as radiology, laboratory, cardiographics, wound healing, nutrition perioperatively, fluid and electrolyte balance, and techniques in maintaining homeostasis. Student must provide current documentation of certification. SUR 280 , SUR 288 , and SUR 295 . Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).