Training activity information

Details

Interpret typing results for a named pathogen in an outbreak or surveillance setting and make recommendations for action

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

  • Surveillance and outbreak management
  • Pros, cons, and limitations of typing methodologies
  • Limitations of surveillance methodologies
  • Interpretation of typing data in the context of epidemiology, pathogen, patient factors, and clinical setting
  • Resultant actions
  • Quality controls

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 5 Outcome

Interpret pathogen typing results in the context of infection control and prevention and public health