Training activity information

Details

Perform and interpret a normal echo

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

  • Patient centred care and support
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Machine settings and physical principles
  • Normal reference values
  • Image optimisation
  • Local, national and international guidelines and standards
  • Patient centred care and support
  • Patient history
  • Scope of practice
  • Communication skills
  • Echo calculations
  • Artefacts
  • Health and safety considerations

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Acquire and interpret cardiac images for a range of normal and pathological conditions.

# 4 Outcome

Apply knowledge of health and safety principles to maintain own and patient safety.

# 6 Outcome

Demonstrate safe practice in line with local, national and international guidelines and standards.