Training activity information

Details

Use monitoring to troubleshoot clinical issues with mechanical ventilation

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

  • Monitoring parameters
  • Common clinical issues
  • Training with respect to use of monitoring parameters

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 3 Outcome

Select the appropriate alarm settings on the ventilator with respect to patient safety and monitoring.

# 4 Outcome

Interpret and apply monitoring techniques on high specification ventilators.

# 6 Outcome

Assess clinical and technical issues with ventilators and troubleshoot accurately.