STS 0155C Surgical Techniques and Procedures (N)

This course teaches operating room theory and the role of the surgical technologists in the operating room and related surgical departments. The principles of asepsis and practice of sterile techniques used in  the operating room is the focus of this course. Perioperative case management and the steps of the individual tasks are taught. These tasks include scrubbing, gowning, gloving, instrument identification, transport, care of specimens, sutures, needles, and sponges.