Training activity information

Details

Select, perform and interpret the following diagnostic tests on  school-age children with complex needs, and document the results:

  • Behavioural observation assessment
  • Distraction testing
  • Visual reinforcement audiometry
  • Performance/play audiometry
  • Otoscopy
  • Tympanometry
  • Speech testing
  • Diagnostic otoacoustic emissions

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

  • Complex needs, including, but not limited to, Down’s syndrome, autism spectrum disorder and non-organic hearing loss
  • Principles of patient-centred care and support
  • Testing dependent on clinical question
  • Previous results
  • Test selection and modification for the development of the child
  • Safeguarding procedures
  • Local, national and international guidelines and best practice

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 2 Outcome

Perform paediatric assessments adapting the test approach to suit the needs of the child.

# 3 Outcome

Perform a hearing tests on children of all ages.