Training activity: 4

Details

Follow the patient pathway through care in Gastrointestinal Physiology and reflect on the journey

Type

Observational training activity (OTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the observation or experience has been undertaken by the trainee.

Reflections on the observation or experience at two timepoints including contextualisation to the trainees own practice. E.g., for planned observations, a reflection before the observation and after, or for unplanned events a reflection one day after and another reflection a week later.

Considerations

• Reflect on the journey, considering:
  • Patient history
  • Prior investigations
  • Treatment options and recommendations
  • Referral pathways
  • Local, national and international guidelines and standards
  • Confidentiality
  • Patient experience and feedback
  • Multi professional working
  • Local and national targets
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • The application of the principles of patient centred care
  • The accessibility of care

Relevant learning outcomes

#	Outcome
# 1	Outcome Explore the contribution of Gastrointestinal Physiology to patient care.
# 2	Outcome Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Gastrointestinal Physiology.
# 3	Outcome Describe the working practices of Gastrointestinal Physiology.
# 6	Outcome Compare and contrast the practice of Gastrointestinal Physiology with other specialties.