Training activity information
Details
Reconnect patient to all essential equipment on return to critical care
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 ventilation for changes, including all alarm status reports
- Communication of discrepancies with the clinical team
- Reporting of adverse incidents following transfer
- Reflection on success of the transfer and lessons learned
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 4 |
Outcome
Apply, or remove, equipment during any stage of the transfer of critically ill patients. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Discuss and agree a transfer plan with the multi-disciplinary team ensuring the best interests of the patient, and all elements of their care, are considered throughout. |
| # 6 |
Outcome
Communicate effectively with the patient, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team at all stages of the process. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Assess changes in the patients’ physiological variables, or in the equipment performance, during transfer; and remedy or apply contingency measures as required. |