Training activity information
Details
Identify, respond and escalate the following significant clinical findings during a device check
- Device lead malfunction
- Recurrent syncope
- New atrial fibrillation
- Worsening heart failure /symptoms
- Ventricular arrythmias
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
- Evidence and guidelines for management of clinical scenarios
- Indications for device upgrade/downgrade
- Communication tools
- Prioritisation
- Urgent and non-urgent findings
- Scope of practice
- Communication skills
- Device types
- Deteriorating patient
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 4 |
Outcome
Identify changes in patient conditions requiring escalation of findings to the relevant responsible person(s) and with reference to the patient pathways. |