Surgical Instrument Identification, Selection & Inspection Training
Credits : 0.4
About the Course:
This Surgical Instrument Identification, Selection & Inspection microcredential introduces Surgical Technology learners to commonly used surgical instruments, their basic functions, appropriate selection, and essential inspection practices. Learners will develop foundational knowledge of instrument designs and characteristics to better understand how different instruments support specific surgical tasks and procedures.
Through immersive VR simulations, learners will identify and select a range of commonly used surgical instruments, including scalpels, scissors, tissue forceps, hemostatic forceps, retractors, and skin hooks. Learners will practice recognizing instruments based on their appearance, structure, and intended function while developing familiarity with commonly used surgical sets.
The course also provides hands-on practice in inspecting instruments for cleanliness, visible bioburden, damage, integrity, sharpness, and proper function. Learners will practice testing the sharpness of surgical scissors and examining forceps and hemostatic instruments for defects that could affect their use. The course emphasizes accurate instrument recognition, appropriate selection, careful inspection, and instrument readiness to support safe, efficient, and well-prepared surgical procedures.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify commonly used surgical instruments and their basic functions.
- Differentiate between Metzenbaum and Mayo dissecting scissors.
- Identify commonly used tissue forceps, including Adson, DeBakey, Allis, and Babcock forceps.
- Identify commonly used hemostatic instruments, including Mosquito, Kelly, and Crile forceps.
- Select appropriate surgical instruments based on their design and intended function.
- Examine forceps and hemostats for damage to jaws, tips, serrations, box locks, shanks, rings, and ratchets.
- Recognize the importance of instrument inspection in supporting safe and efficient surgical procedures.
This Surgical Instrument Identification, Selection & Inspection training is delivered through our LMS and is available as both web-based and immersive VR training.
Surgical Instrument Identification, Selection & Inspection Training for Surgical Technologists
At ImmerseLearn, we prepare Surgical Technology learners with foundational skills in surgical instrument identification, selection, and inspection. This microcredential strengthens instrument recognition, functional understanding, visual inspection, sharpness testing, defect identification, and readiness assessment through web-based and immersive VR learning.
By completing this microcredential, learners will develop foundational skills in surgical instrument identification, selection, and inspection. Learners will be able to recognize commonly used instruments, understand their basic functions, select appropriate instruments, test scissor sharpness, and inspect forceps and hemostats for cleanliness, bioburden, damage, and proper function. These skills support surgical readiness, efficiency, and safe patient care.