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Periop 101: A Core Curriculum™ for PAs/Residents/Medical Students

This curriculum is designed to enable those in the positions listed below to observe and participate safely during invasive procedures. The materials are targeted for: 

  • physician assistants (PAs) 
  • residents 
  • medical students 
  • interns 
  • advanced practice nurses 
  • other allied health professionals who are new to the perioperative area.  

The six modules include: 

  • The Surgical Environment 
  • Aseptic Technique 
  • Safety in the Surgical Suite 
  • Hemostasis, Sponges, and Drains 
  • Surgical Instruments 
  • Scrubbing, Gowning, and Gloving 

To order these student seats for a discounted price if you already have Periop 101 at your facility, print and complete this Periop 101 PA order form.   

PC Specs - Provide minimum system requirements for hardware and software for computers used to take this online course.

If you will be ordering the Periop 101 agreement for the first time, you will need to complete this Periop 101 order form. 

Questions? Email periop101@aorn.org and provide your name, telephone number, facility name, and city/state. 

Accreditation
AORN is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

AORN is provider-approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 13019.

Disclaimer
AORN recognizes these activities as continuing education for registered nurses. This recognition does not imply that AORN or the American Nurses Credentialing Center approves or endorses products mentioned in the activity.

 
 

 

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