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2021-2022 Catalog Archived

SUR 110 - Introduction to the Surgical Practicum

Class: 0 Lab: 15 Credits: 5
This course is an introduction to the application of surgical technique by assisting in the perioperative roles in various clinical affiliations.
Prerequisite(s): SUR 103  and SUR 104  must be completed with a B or better.
Course Topics:
  • Prepare the Operating Room
  • Case Setup
  • Scrub Role
  • Circulating Duties
  • Postoperative Room Decontamination
  • Patient Preparation for Labor and Delivery
  • Decontamination, Preparation, and Sterilization of Supplies
Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site
Required Materials:
  • Scrub Suit
  • Protective eye wear
Grading System:
Students must maintain a final overall average of “80”. An average of less than “80” will prevent students from continuing in the program. Additionally, the student must satisfactorily complete all required competencies in the lab.

A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon satisfactory completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Prepare the operating room for the surgical procedure by obtaining all necessary supplies and equipment.
  2. Set up a generic case.
  3. Assist the surgeon when scrubbed by sponging, suctioning, cutting suture, holding retractors, manipulating endoscopic camera, and anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
  4. Support the registered nurse when circulating.
  5. Support the decontamination of the room postoperatively.
  6. Assist in the preparation of the patient during labor and delivery.
  7. Demonstrate the tasks for decontamination, preparation, and sterilization of supplies used in surgery.
For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:

  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Proctored Exams
Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Academic Misconduct
  • Add/Drop period
  • Appeals Process
  • Class Attendance
  • Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
  • Classroom Conduct/Expectations
  • Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
  • Online Confidentiality
  • Services For Students with Disabilities
  • Withdrawal Policy



Official Course Syllabus
2021-2022