SUR 300: Pharmacology

Class Program
Credits 3
Course Definition
QL
This course introduces the trainee to the most common categories of medication used in the operating room. The trainee gains an understanding of medications used in the surgical setting, on the surgical field, anesthetic agents and their complications. Demonstrate cricoid pressure; Identify the different categories of medications; List and describe the six rights of medication administration; Understand the Surgical Technologist’s role and responsibilities in intra-operative medication administration; Understand the Surgical Technologist’s role in management of anesthetic complications; Understand the Surgical Technologist’s responsibility with the anesthetized patient; and work cooperatively with others in a professional manner.