Description
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: SUR 210
This course will include intraoperative considerations for surgical interventions on specialty patient populations and advanced surgical procedures. Students will participate in individual and group presentations to enhance learning in this course. Specialty instrumentation, equipment and supplies needed for specialty populations will be reviewed. The course will also emphasize the elements of professional development including professional organizations, leadership, teamwork, certification and continuing education. Students will discuss the role of the AST and its impact upon careers in surgical technology. Students will complete the Program Assessment Exam (PAE) during this course.