SURG 1080 - Surgical Pharmacology

Credit(s): 2
Contact Hours: 2

This course introduces the student to basic types of anesthesia, anesthesia agents, indications and contraindications of medications, and the calculations of maximum dosages of various drugs. The student will become familiar with a wide array of pharmacological agents specifically related to the peri-operative care being provided for the surgical patient. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Surgical Technology Program. Concurrent: SURG 1000, SURG 1010, SURG 1090, SURG 1210, SURG 1220