Training activity information
Details
Perform, analyse and report under supervision, two of the following gastrointestinal physiology investigations for paediatric patients:
- Anorectal physiology
- Oesophageal manometry
- Ambulatory studies
- Breath testing, including SIBO, LI and FI
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.
Considerations
- Indications for investigations
- Differences in adult and paediatric normal reference values
- Local protocol for reporting
- Patient symptomology
- Appropriate use of terminology
- Communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Pathophysiology
- Range of diagnostic testing
- Differential diagnosis
- Role and responsibilities of the multidisciplinary team
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 6 |
Outcome
Identify the range of disorders diagnosed by advanced gastrointestinal investigations, the implications for the patient, impact their quality of life, potential treatments and the differential diagnosis. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Plan and perform gastrointestinal investigations in paediatrics, adapting practice to consider the practicalities and emotional aspects including age of the child, parental input, guardianship and external factors such as social services. |