SURT 116 Surgical Pharmacology
This course is a review of pharmacokinetics as well as pharmacodynamics of common drugs used in each surgical specialty. The course also allows for discussion of drug regulations, therapeutic levels, military time, and dosage calculations. There will be discussion and/or research of anti-infective agents, antibiotic therapy, contrast media, dyes, diuretics, anti-neoplastic chemotherapy agents, as well as drugs that affect the blood clotting, fluid balance and irrigation fluids.
Prerequisite
Admission to the Surgical Technician program
SURT 116Surgical Pharmacology
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
Department
Health Science and Human Services Technical
II. Course Specification
Course Type
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Credit Hours Narrative
2 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
32
Semester Contact Hours Lab
0
Semester Contact Hours Clinical
0
Prerequisite Narrative
Admission to the Surgical Technician program
III. Catalog Course Description
This course is a review of pharmacokinetics as well as pharmacodynamics of common drugs used in each surgical specialty. The course also allows for discussion of drug regulations, therapeutic levels, military time, and dosage calculations. There will be discussion and/or research of anti-infective agents, antibiotic therapy, contrast media, dyes, diuretics, anti-neoplastic chemotherapy agents, as well as drugs that affect the blood clotting, fluid balance and irrigation fluids.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Identify the body’s anatomical structures and determine the difference between normal and abnormal (surgical) anatomy.
- Demonstrate competence in written and oral use of medical terminology.
- Obtain employment in this specialized healthcare field.
- Complete NBSTSA certification exam with a passing grade
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Required Exams
1. Quizzes or weekly examinations
2. Final examination
Assessment Strategy Narrative
Summative and Formative Assessments are used in this course.