Back Module: S-GI-S3

Training activity: 6

This is a training activity for the module "Lower Gastrointestinal Physiology 2".

Training activity information

Details

Safely perform and report anorectal physiology investigations for patients with the following presentations:

  • Faecal incontinence
  • Obstructive defaecation syndrome
  • Anal fissure
  • Obstetric injury
  • Anal fistula
  • Pre- and post-surgical

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
  • Local, national, and international guidelines and standards
  • Types of anorectal physiology investigations
  • Indications for testing
  • The findings that may be observed in patients with a range of anorectal disorders
  • Identification and management of artefacts
  • Normal and abnormal ranges of results for male and female patients
  • Patient safety
  • Legislation regarding health and safety regulations
  • Risk management
  • Control settings, correct use of software and annotation of the recording
  • Scope of practice and where to seek advice
  • Patient communication and the principles of dignity, privacy, and confidentiality
  • Local infection control training, policies and procedures, including handwashing, disposal of waste and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • The principles of valid informed consent
  • Discharge information requirements and notification of results

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 3 Outcome

Perform and interpret anorectal physiology investigations safely in a range of anorectal conditions, identifying normal and abnormal findings, and produce high-quality reports.
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