Training activity information
Details
Communicate complex genetic test results appropriately in trainee-led consultations
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
Considerations are suggestions about what may be useful for the trainee to think about while undertaking a training activity. They should not be considered as a mandatory checklist. Trainees should not be expected to demonstrate or provide evidence for each of the considerations listed.
- Implications of the genetic test results for diagnosis/prognosis and reproductive options
- Communicating genetic test results in an empathic manner
- Communicating genetic test results with clarity about the boundaries of certain/uncertain information
- Communicating genetic test results taking into account patients’ current concerns, health literacy and cognitive ability
- Different modes of communication, including: verbal, letter, phone, video etc
- Emerging genomic technologies, potential outcomes, implications and uncertainties
- Single gene, panel, targeted or open whole genome approaches in these settings
- Incidental findings
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 |
Outcome
Apply communication skills to provide complex genomic test results in an empathic manner. |