History of Surgery, role of the surgeon, importance of team work and anticipating the needs of surgeons; stresses that may arise during operative procedure; Surgical terminology, types of incision and indications for the use of particular incision

Haemorrhage-signs and symptoms of internal and external; classification and management, identification of types of tourniquets-reasons for use and duration of application, dangers of use Wounds, types, process of healing, treatment and complications; inflammation; wound infections – causes and treatment; incision and drainage of abscesses; importance of personal cleanliness and aseptic techniques;

Pre-operative and post-operative care of the surgical patient; Emergency procedures; Endotracheal intubation; Tracheostomy. Major symptoms of presentation in adults, Equipments used in wards, Common terms used in cardiology, Commonly used drugs and their action, Checking vitals – pulse, BP, respiratory rate, Establishing an IV line and Venepuncture Preparation of neckline sets, cut down sets, etc. – Knowledge of surgical asepsis, skin preparation for invasive procedures

CSSD work practice, return of equipment and initial processing, Assembly and packaging, Sterilization process

Principles of Chemical disinfection, Issue and Collection Techniques, Infection control