Aseptic Technique for Rodent Surgery
This course will provide hands-on instruction for creating and maintaining a sterile field and proper aseptic conduct during rodent surgery.
Description
This course will provide hands-on instruction for creating and maintaining a sterile field and proper aseptic conduct during rodent surgery. No live animals are used in this workshop.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify appropriate materials to create sterile fields
- Demonstrate proper technique to introduce sterile materials onto the sterile field
- Practice proper surgical preparation of the patient
- Practice proper surgical preparation of the surgeon
- Practice maintaining sterility
- Recognize breaks in sterile field and identify appropriate response
This course is applicable to the new rodent surgeon and individuals looking to develop basic principles in rodent surgery.