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2011-12 Vincennes University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

SURG 230 - Surgical Pharmacology

3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in SURG 110 . The course is designed to promote an understanding of the effects of pre- and post-operative drugs on body systems of the surgical patient. Focus is also directed to drugs, intravenous fluids and blood replacements as they are used intra-operatively, as well as the effects of anesthetic agents. This course includes an overview of the history, development, and standardization of pharmacology. Introduces measurement systems, conversions, and medical abbreviations. Specific surgical drugs are categorized and the rationale given for their use. Explains and emphasizes medical and legal responsibilities of the surgical technologist regarding pharmaceuticals in surgery. Internet Delivery Only. 3 lecture hours.