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2026-2027 Catalog and Student Handbook 
  
2026-2027 Catalog and Student Handbook
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SUR 140: Surgical Care I


Credits: 3

Introduces concepts of the surgical process including preparing the patient for surgery, transporting, positioning, and special preparation procedures of the surgical patient. Presents diagnostic and assessment procedures of the surgical patient including the importance of safety. Discusses the basic principles of aseptic technique.

Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Surgical Technology Program or permission of instructor. 

 
Co-requisite(s) SUR 145  
Lecture Hours: 3
Total Hours: 3 hours per week



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