Training activity information
Details
Discuss results of an adapted protocol for valve disease with a patient/healthcare professional
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Reflective practice guidance
The guidance below is provided to support reflection at different time points, providing you with questions to aid you to reflect for this training activity. They are provided for guidance and should not be considered as a mandatory checklist. Trainees should not be expected to provide answers to each of the guidance questions listed.
Before action
- Before this activity, what are the key echocardiographic findings indicative of different types of valve disease?
- How will you explain the implications of these findings to a patient in clear and accessible language?
- What information would be most relevant to discuss with another healthcare professional regarding a patient with valve disease?
- How will you handle potentially sensitive or complex information during the discussion?
In action
- How are you structuring the discussion? What key findings regarding the valve disease are you highlighting? How are you explaining the implications of these findings? Who is your primary audience (patient or healthcare professional), and how is that influencing your communication? Are you adjusting your explanation based on the questions being asked and the level of understanding of the listener? Are you deciding what level of detail is appropriate? Are you comfortable explaining the findings of valve disease? Are you consciously using appropriate medical terminology when speaking with a healthcare professional versus simpler language with a patient?
- Do you feel the information is being clearly understood? Are the questions being asked relevant to the information you have provided? Are you noticing effective ways to communicate complex echocardiographic findings? Are you learning how to address specific concerns related to valve disease? Are you drawing on your understanding of valve disease, its impact on cardiac function, and your communication skills?
- Could you use diagrams or images to aid your explanation? Are there different ways to frame the information to improve understanding? If difficult questions arise regarding treatment options or prognosis that are beyond your current expertise, would you seek guidance? Are you providing explanations and discussing implications within the scope of your training and not offering definitive medical advice beyond your role?
On action
- Summarise the key findings related to the valve disease from the adapted echo protocol. Describe how you communicated these results to the patient and/or healthcare professional. Note their reactions and any questions they had.
- Reflect on your ability to explain echocardiographic findings related to valve disease to different audiences. Were you able to tailor your explanation appropriately? Were there any challenges in conveying the clinical significance of the findings? How does this relate to explaining imaging results?
- Identify any areas where you can improve your communication skills when discussing valve disease findings. How will you ensure you provide clear and relevant information to both patients and healthcare professionals in the future?
Beyond action
- Have you had further opportunities to discuss echo findings related to valve disease with both patients and other healthcare professionals? Have you noticed any differences in your communication approach depending on the audience?
- How has your ability to explain the implications of echo findings in valve disease to different audiences improved? Are you more confident in addressing questions and concerns from both patients and referring clinicians regarding valvular pathology?
- How will your experience in communicating about valve disease inform your participation in multidisciplinary team meetings or when providing advice on patient management? What strategies did you develop for conveying complex information clearly and empathetically that will be valuable in future patient consultations?
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 |
Outcome
Explain imaging results to patients and other health care professionals. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Distinguish and justify actions based on clinical and ECG findings. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Appraise new guidelines and evidence to inform practice. |
| # 6 |
Outcome
Demonstrate safe practice in line with local, national and international guidelines and standards. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Assess and evaluate a patient’s clinical presentation and make recommendations for cardiac imaging. |
| # 8 |
Outcome
Evaluate cardiac care pathways. |
| # 9 |
Outcome
Summarise complex information into a concise and logical reports for specialist and non-specialist audiences. |