Operating Room Services
Course Details

KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Vocational School of Medical Services
Programme of Operating Room Services
Course Details
Vocational School of Medical Services
Programme of Operating Room Services
Course Details

| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07721007 | Reanimation | 1 | Spring | 2 | 2+0+0 | 2 | 3 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | Associate (Short Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Short Cycle / EQF-LLL: Level 5) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | This course will utilize lecture (presentation), question-and-answer, discussion, and case analysis techniques. Additionally, active participation will be encouraged through case studies on resuscitation and emergency management, evaluation of basic and advanced life support algorithms (e.g., in accordance with World Health Organization and American Heart Association guidelines), instruction supported by audiovisual materials, practical exercises in the skills lab, and student presentations. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Lect. Reyhan BÖREKCİOĞLU |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lect. Reyhan BÖREKCİOĞLU | B ZEMIN-26 | [email protected] | 7836 | Thursday 14.00-15.00 |
Course Content
The concept of resuscitation and its historical development; principles of basic and advanced life support; cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques; securing the airway and advanced airway management; basic principles of oxygen therapy and mechanical ventilation; methods of hemodynamic and respiratory monitoring; types of shock and their management; fluid-electrolyte balance and acid-base disorders; pharmacological approaches in emergency situations; defibrillation, cardioversion, and pacing procedures; patient monitoring in the operating room and intensive care unit; post-resuscitation care; patient safety and infection control; teamwork, communication, and ethical principles during the resuscitation process.
Objectives of the Course
The objective of this course is to enhance the theoretical knowledge of students studying in the field of operating room services regarding resuscitation and critical care processes, and to equip them with the skills to intervene quickly, accurately, and effectively in life-threatening situations in accordance with evidence-based approaches. The course aims to comprehensively develop students'knowledge and skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, advanced airway management, hemodynamic and respiratory monitoring, fluid and electrolyte balance, and emergency management. Additionally, the course aims to prepare students to become healthcare professionals who can communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, prioritize patient safety, and act in accordance with ethical principles.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| Support Courses | X |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P16 | Possesses up-to-date knowledge of surgical equipment, drugs, medical devices and technological systems and uses them effectively. | 5 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Ability to explain how to use the basic knowledge acquired in the context of operating room services. | P.5.1 | 1 |
| O2 | Ability to use technological systems (monitor, aspirator, electrocautery, operating table, etc.) used during surgery safely and effectively | P.16.4 | 1 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | The concept of resuscitation, its scope, historical development, and relationship with the operating room |
| 2 | Principles of Basic Life Support |
| 3 | Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures (adults, children, and infants) |
| 4 | Advanced life support and a team-based approach |
| 5 | Airway management (basic and advanced airway techniques) |
| 6 | The Basic Principles of Oxygen Therapy and Mechanical Ventilation |
| 7 | Hemodynamic monitoring and assessment of vital signs |
| 8 | Midterm Exam |
| 9 | Types of shock (hypovolemic, cardiogenic, septic, etc.) and their management |
| 10 | Fluid-electrolyte balance and acid-base disorders |
| 11 | Defibrillation, cardioversion, and pacing procedures |
| 12 | Post-resuscitation care and intensive care processes |
| 13 | Resuscitation in special cases (trauma, pregnancy, pediatric patients) |
| 14 | Emergency management, patient safety, and teamwork in the operating room |
| 15 | Final Exam |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Yardımcı, E., & Keskin, Ö. (Eds.). (2021). Basic and Advanced Life Support. Ankara: Nobel Medical Publishers. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 15 | 2 | 30 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 15 | 2 | 30 |
| Midterms | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 90 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 3 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 3 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P5 | P16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Ability to explain how to use the basic knowledge acquired in the context of operating room services. | 5 | 5 |
| O2 | Ability to use technological systems (monitor, aspirator, electrocautery, operating table, etc.) used during surgery safely and effectively | - | 5 |
