AHST 201 - Surgical Procedures I

Credit(s): 4

Prerequisite(s): AHST 101, BIOH 211.
Corequisite(s): AHST 116, BIOM 250.
This course emphasizes procedures in general, obstetric/gynecologic, ENT, oral maxillofacial, orthopedic, laparoscopic and diagnostic procedures. (Spring Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Identify the basic anatomy and physiology pertaining to general, obstetric/gynecologic, ENT, oral maxillofacial, orthopedic, laparoscopic and diagnostic surgical procedures.
Discuss numerous surgeries related to general, obstetric/gynecologic, ENT, oral maxillofacial, orthopedic, laparoscopic and diagnostic specialties.
Identify and discuss instrumentation, supplies and equipment that is specific to general, obstetric/gynecologic, ENT, oral maxillofacial, orthopedic, laparoscopic and diagnostic specialties.
Interpret medical terminology as it applies to each type of surgery.