surgical tech 101 lecture

chapter 1 & 2

Pharmacodynamics

the study of the effect of a drug

pharmacokinetics

the study of how the drugs move through your body (absorption , metabolism , excretion and distribution. )

AORN

is the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses, which focuses on supporting perioperative nurses and enhancing patient safety.

What is a preoperative nurse

a nurse that cares for the patients before , during and after surgery .

AORT

is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the field of surgical technology, providing education and resources for surgical technologists.

ABHES ( accrediting bureau of health education schools)

nonprofit accrediting body recognized by the us department of education

ASA

association of surgical assistant

professional organization for first assistant

CAAHEP

commission of accreditation of allied health education grants program accreditation

FFST

Foundation for surgical technology - funds academic student scholarships , educator , recognition awards , military conference scholarship and medical missions

JC

JOINT Commission - accredits health care organizations and programs

NIOSH

national institute for occupational safety and health - research agency that performs scientific studies and recommends best practices

osha

occupational safety and health administration - regulatory agency that ensures safe working conditions through standards and enforcement.

AST ( association of surgical technologist

• professional organization that advocates for surgical technologists, providing education and resources to enhance the profession.

“Aegar primo “

is a Latin phrase meaning "First, do no harm," emphasizing the ethical obligation of healthcare professionals to prioritize patient safety. “THE PATIENT FIRST “

NBSTSA

is the certifying body for surgical technologists and surgical first assistants, responsible for administering the certification exam and maintaining certification standards.

ARC/STSA

is the accreditation body for surgical technology education programs, ensuring that they meet established standards for educational quality and effectiveness.

CAAHEP

is the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, which provides accreditation to various healthcare education programs, including surgical technology.

First scrub role (STSR)

refers to the surgical technologist who assists the surgeon directly during the procedure, ensuring that instruments and supplies are sterile and readily available.

SECOND SCRUB ROLE ( second assistant )

is a surgical technologist or assistant who supports the primary surgical team during a procedure, helping with tasks such as passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and providing suction or retraction as needed.

circulator / assistant circulator

“non-sterile” team member , usually a RN

ST Shares some but not all responsibilities of the RN , which vary by state

what are circulator task ?

deliver and prepare non sterile equipment

distribute and open sterile supplies to a sterile team member

assist with transferring and positing the patient

perform urinary catheterization and other non-sterile tasks as needed.

what are other preoperative responsibilities?

• emergency duty ( call )

• instrument specialist ( sterile processing department )

• leadership and management

  • preceptor

required skills for Surgical technologist

organizational skills , manual dexterity , problem solving , time management , people skills “soft skills.

careers for CST

facility based surgical technologists

military service

educator and clinical instructor

materials management

anesthesia tech surgical services management

What is surgical conscience ?

Surgical conscience refers to the ethical and professional responsibility of a surgical technologist to adhere to the standards of sterile technique and patient safety. It involves being accountable for one's actions and ensuring that all procedures comply with established protocols and guidelines.

association of professionals in infection control and epidemiology

A professional organization focused on preventing and controlling infections in healthcare settings. It provides education, resources, and guidelines to its members for improving patient safety.

Agency for healthcare research and quality ( AHRQ)

A U.S. agency that aims to improve the safety, efficiency, and quality of healthcare. It conducts research and provides evidence-based recommendations to enhance patient care and promote effective health policies.

American institute of architects (AIA)

A professional organization representing architects in the United States, the AIA provides education, advocacy, and resources to support architects in their practice and promote the value of architecture in society.

Environmental protection agency (EPA)

A U.S. federal agency responsible for regulating and ensuring the protection of the environment and public health. The EPA develops and enforces regulations based on environmental laws passed by Congress.

Facility guidelines institute (FGI)

An organization that provides guidelines for the planning, design, and construction of healthcare facilities to improve safety and efficiency.

OSHA

A federal agency that ensures safe and healthy working conditions for employees by enforcing standards and providing training, outreach, and education.

accreditation

The process by which an organization or institution is evaluated and recognized as meeting specific standards set by an accrediting body. Accreditation ensures quality and accountability in education and services.

joint commision

the primary accreditation organization for all health care facilities

Det Norske Veritas

hospital accreditation that proves a hospital meets high standard for patient safety and quality

traffic patterns

the movement of people and equipment into the perioperative area is controlled to reduce the spread of disease and ensure efficient workflow during surgical procedures.

the department of separated into how many areas and what are they ?

semi restricted , unrestricted , restricted

PACS

picture archiving and communication system

airflow and ventilation of the OR

air pressure , air exchanges ( minimum of 15 and maximum of 20 per hour ) HEPA ( High efficiency particulate air filters ) , Laminar airflow (LAF)

Red gases

instrument air

blue

nitrous oxide

yellow

medical air

gray

carbon dioxide

brown

helium

purple

waste anesthesia gas

black

nitrogen