Clinical Experience I

Catalog description

This course provides students with knowledge of basic principles and practices involving hazards, laws, and ethics related to the field of surgical technology. It teaches laws and regulations, documentation and consents, and identifies potential hazards and safety precautions utilized in the operative environment. This course prepares students to apply knowledge of the surgical technologist roles and responsibilities, professional relationships, and the psychological needs of the surgical patient; emphasis is placed on the operating environment. In addition, quality and end-of-life ethical issues are presented with emphasis on the biopsychosocial needs of the patient. This course also provides the surgical technology student with an overview of surgical services and associated departments, with observation and hands-on experiences relevant to the surgical patients’ care. PREREQUISITE: Admission into the Surgical Technology program.