Training activity information

Details

Perform a cardioversion

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

  • Informed consent
  • Indications for cardioversion (urgent and elective)
  • External/internal cardioversion
  • Patient history
  • Patient experience
  • Sedation and drug use and safety
  • Emergency procedures and ILS
  • Documentation

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 6 Outcome

Perform cardiac physiological role for simple electrophysiology procedures for diagnostic investigations and delivery of therapies to help terminate arrhythmias.