SURG112

This course focuses on common microbes, pathologies, and pharmacologic agents as related to the surgical patient. Topics in this course include: 1) how the body's normal structure and function can be altered, 2) how the body responds to these disruptions in structure and function (i.e. can and effect), and 3) current approaches to the treatment of these disruptions using drugs. In the emphasis of treatment, particular attention will be given to the area of surgical pharmacology including drug categories, actions, reactions, and interactions within the surgical patient.

Fall Only

All Years