ST250 Operating Room Principles II (6 cr.)

This course reviews the pertinent anatomy, physiology, and common pathophysiology related to general procedures, obstetrics and gynecological procedures, orthopedics, ENT, ophthalmology, neurological procedures, cardiothoracic and peripheral vascular surgery, urologic, maxillofacial, plastic, and pediatric procedures. Conditions that warrant surgical correction are discussed in depth. Common specialized instruments by type, function, name, and supplies are discussed in the context of each specialty. Common procedures in each of the surgical specialty areas are explained in detail including indication for surgery, anatomy involved, anticipated incision, patient position and prepping, draping, and step-by-step explanation of the procedure. This course is coordinated with the content of ST251 .

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to discuss these critical surgical aspects associated with the following specialties:

1. The relevant anatomy related to the surgical systems,
2. Common surgical pathophysiology of the surgical systems.
3. Indications for, the purposes of, the expected outcomes, and possible complications related to the surgical systems.
4. Identify common specialized surgical instruments by type, function, and name related to the surgical systems.
5. Explain how to use specialized supplies and equipment related to the surgical systems:
    -General surgery
   -Obstetric and gynecological surgery
   -Ear, nose, and throat surgery
   -Head and neck, oral, and maxillofacial surgery
   -Orthopedic surgery
   -Plastic and reconstructive surgery
   -Neuro and spine surgery
   -Peripheral vascular surgery
   -Genitourinary surgery
   -Cardiothoracic surgery
   -Ophthalmic surgery
   -Pediatric surgery