Training activity information

Details

Assist with the performance, sample collection, analysis and interpretation of a sweat test

Type

Developmental training activity (DTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.

Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.

An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.

Considerations

  • Principles of the sweat test procedure
  • Communicating with patients, including adapting communication methods
  • Sweat test guidelines
  • Quality control; EQA and IQC
  • The role of sweat testing within the CF new-born screening programme

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 7 Outcome

Discuss the psychosocial impact of testing in the antenatal and newborn screening programmes.

# 3 Outcome

Interpret biochemical data accurately to identify the complications of pregnancy.