Training activity information
Details
Perform appropriate manual blood pressure measurements.
Type
Entrustable training activity (ETA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee repeatedly, consistently, and effectively over time, in a range of situations. This may include occasions where the trainee has not successfully achieved the outcome of the activity themselves. For example, because it was not appropriate to undertake the task in the circumstances or the trainees recognised their own limitations and sought help or advice to ensure the activity reached an appropriate conclusion.
Reflection at multiple timepoints on the trainee learning journey for this activity.
Considerations
- Local, national, and international guidelines and standards
- Data ranges
- Patient history taking
- Diagnostic tests
- Limitations of testing
- Clinical context
- Artefacts
- Anatomy and physiology
- Patient centred care and support
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Apply the principles of patient-centred care to provide a high-quality echocardiography service. |
| # 2 |
Outcome
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the wider multidisciplinary team. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Perform a trans-thoracic echocardiogram (TTE) by acquiring and interpreting the standard images to prepare a report for a patient with a structurally normal heart according to BSE guidelines. |