Training activity: 8

Details

Review the effect of safe working practice guidelines for Ultrasound and reflect on how this guides practice

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

• Consider:
  • Mechanical and thermal indices
  • Probe surface temperatures
  • Electrical safety
  • Infection control and decontamination
  • Ergonomic considerations for users
  • Information governance
  • User training to prevent inappropriate usage
  • Safe application of therapeutic ultrasound
  • Patient safety

Relevant learning outcomes

#	Outcome
# 1	Outcome Explore the contribution of Imaging with Non-ionising Radiation to patient care.
# 3	Outcome Describe the working practices of Imaging with Non-ionising Radiation.
# 5	Outcome Review the effect of legislation in Imaging with Non-ionising Radiation.
# 6	Outcome Compare and contrast the practice of Imaging with Non-ionising Radiation with other specialties.