Training activity information

Details

Observe a cardiology ward round and reflect on the process

Type

Observational training activity (OTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the observation or experience has been undertaken by the trainee.

Reflections on the observation or experience at two timepoints including contextualisation to the trainees own practice. E.g., for planned observations, a reflection before the observation and after, or for unplanned events a reflection one day after and another reflection a week later.

Considerations

  • Consider history taking, clinical assessment, multi-morbidity, clinical decision making and the role of other healthcare professionals
  • Reflect on the role of cardiac investigations within the wider clinical context
  • Reflect on the requirements to deliver patient centred care and support

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Explore the contribution of Cardiac Science to patient care.

# 2 Outcome

Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Cardiac Science.

# 3 Outcome

Describe the working practices of Cardiac Science.

# 6 Outcome

Compare and contrast the practice of Cardiac Science with other specialties.