Principles and Practice Theory (ST 120)

Term: 2024-2025 School Year Spring Term

Faculty

Josette Schane OttoShow MyInfo popup for Josette Schane Otto

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Fall 2024 Office Hours:

Office Building/Number: HSIM 105C

Monday-Thursday

• 7:00am to 9:00am 
• 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Friday 

• Appointment ONLY 

Will do my best to respond to emails from 7:30am-4:00pm M-F. 

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605-367-8356 

Schedule

Wed, 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM (1/13/2025 - 5/9/2025) Location: SF HSIM 214F

Description

This course provides an in-depth understanding of essential preoperative practices in the surgical environment, focusing on patient preparation, positioning, draping, and urinary catheterization. Students will learn to prepare the surgical patient for various procedures, including performing skin preparation and catheterization, as well as safely positioning the patient. Emphasis will also be placed on the proper application of draping techniques for both the patient and surgical equipment. Additionally, students will explore the role of technology in surgery, including minimally invasive techniques and the use of diagnostic procedures in the surgical setting. Prerequisite: All First Semester ST/HC Courses Corequisite: ST 100, ST 120L