SUR 112 - Surgical Clinical Compliance

B. Given invasive surgical scenarios, state sequential steps of a variety of operative procedures, along with instrumentation and necessary supplies to successfully complete such invasive procedures.

C. Define the roles of the student surgical technologist in the clinical element of the education and training portion of the program.

D. Define core surgical procedures as they relate to accreditation standards and the minimum expectations relative to completing such procedures.

E. Define surgical specialty procedures as they relate to accreditation standards and the minimum expectations relative to completing such procedures.

F. State minimum expectations of first scrubs, and levels thereof, relative to general and specialty procedures as mandated by the program and accrediting body; differentiating scrub with assist.

G. Given scenarios of communication disputes within surgical settings, describe solutions relative to inter-personal relations and communications issues.

H. Describe the interpersonal situations the student may be involved in on a day to day basis in the operating room.

I. Explain solutions for handling and/or avoiding tenuous or confrontational situations.

J. Prepare reports that document the cases the students have been involved in to meet program completion requirements.

K. Review evaluation tools and progress at the assigned clinical sites.

L. Complete all evaluation tools for surgical anatomy, surgical procedures, and surgical instrumentation and supplies for various procedures as listed by the instructor in core and specialty areas.

M. Differentiate between critical thinking and creative thinking alternatives relative to acceptable conclusions in a variety of scenarios.

N. Describe the variations in competency requirements as they relate to each specific clinical site.
Course Outline:
Session 1: Discuss the expectations and intent of the clinical experience.  Review all forms: time sheets, case logs, competencies, evaluations, etc.  Exchange contact information with the students, expected arrival and departure times, the importance of document validation, and explain institutional and instructor prepared syllabi with the students for successful completion of this course.

Session 2: Administer General Surgery Quiz (Quiz #1). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion.  Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 3: Administer Gastro-Intestinal Surgery I Quiz (Quiz #2). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 4: Administer Gastro-Intestinal Surgery II Quiz (Quiz #3). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 5: Administer OB-Gyn Surgery Quiz (Quiz #4). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 6: Administer Ophthalmology Surgery Quiz (Quiz #5). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 7: Administer Otorhinolaryngologic Surgery Quiz (Quiz #6). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 8: Administer Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Quiz (Quiz #7). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 9: Administer Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Quiz (Quiz #8). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 10: Administer Genitourinary Surgery Quiz (Quiz #9). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 11: Administer Orthopaedic Surgery Quiz (Quiz #10). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 12: Administer Cardiothoracic Surgery Quiz (Quiz #11). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 13: Administer Peripheral Vascular Surgery I Quiz (Quiz #12). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 14: Administer Peripheral Vascular Surgery II Quiz (Quiz #13). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session. Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 15: Administer Peripheral Neuro-Surgery Quiz (Quiz #14). Discuss clinical procedures occurring at each clinical facility with all students; reinforce the importance of confidentiality prior to beginning each discussion session.  Provide feedback and positive reinforcement for students relative to this week’s reported experiences. Provide critical thinking exercise question for group discussion. Review case log requirements and all required documentation for the clinical site.

Session 16: Review all documents with students through Week 15; ensuring proper forms are completed in their entirety, proper validation has occurred, and that they are on track to meet the minimum expectations of the program and accreditation standards.  Explain comprehensive expectations and all items the students will need to provide in their meeting with the Academic Team Leader at the end of Week 16. 

Group Work 20%

Discussion 20%
Mandatory Course Components:
None
Equivalent Courses:
None