Training activity information
Details
Review the proposed plans for a new MRI unit and make appropriate recommendations
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
- Site suitability, including access and environmental interactions
- National guidance and legislation
Reflective practice guidance
The guidance below is provided to support reflection at different time points, providing you with questions to aid you to reflect for this training activity. They are provided for guidance and should not be considered as a mandatory checklist. Trainees should not be expected to provide answers to each of the guidance questions listed.
Before action
- Think about any specific guidance provided for this training activity within the broader curriculum.
- What do you need to know before embarking on the activity? Consider what information you need regarding MRI unit design, safety regulations, workflow considerations, and departmental requirements.
- Consider the specific insights you hope to gain from engaging with the activity. What do you want to learn about the planning process for an MRI unit? How are different factors balanced when making recommendations?
- Think about what you already know about the task / activity. What is your current understanding of MRI unit infrastructure, safety zones, and clinical workflows?
- Discuss the training activity with your training officer to gain clarity of understanding. What specific aspects of the plans should you focus on? What are the expected deliverables?
- Consider possible challenges you might face during the activity, and think about how you might handle them. What potential conflicts might arise when balancing different recommendations? How will you ensure your recommendations are evidence-based?
- Identify how you feel about embarking on this training activity. Are you confident in your current knowledge? What are your initial thoughts and feelings about this task?
In action
- Pay attention to your actions.
- How are you approaching the review of the proposed plans? Why are you focusing on specific aspects?
- What decisions are you making as you assess the plans and formulate recommendations (e.g., considering layout, equipment specifications, safety considerations)?
- What aspects of your understanding of MRI unit requirements feel intuitive, and what areas require more conscious effort or reference to guidelines and knowledge?
- How effective are your actions in identifying key areas for review and potential recommendations?
- What challenges are you facing as you analyse the proposed plans (e.g., lack of information, conflicting requirements)?
- What can you learn about the planning process for an MRI unit as you undertake this review?
- How does this activity connect to your existing knowledge of MRI safety, clinical applications, and equipment?
- Are there alternative perspectives or considerations you could be taking into account as you review the plans?
- What support or guidance might you need in this moment to ensure your recommendations are appropriate and comprehensive?
- Are you ensuring your recommendations align with relevant safety standards and departmental requirements?
On action
- What were the key aspects of the proposed plans for the new MRI unit that stood out to you?
- What were the strengths and weaknesses of the proposed plans that you identified during your review?
- What specific details or omissions in the plans caught your attention?
- What did you learn about the considerations involved in planning a new MRI unit?
- Did you identify any gaps in your knowledge related to MRI unit planning?
- What did you learn about the process of making appropriate recommendations in this context?
- Did the activity highlight any unforeseen challenges or insights related to MRI unit infrastructure?
- How will this experience influence your understanding of future MRI unit planning discussions or projects?
- What specific actions will you take to further develop your knowledge in this area?
- What support or resources might you need to further enhance your ability to review and provide recommendations for MRI unit plans?
Beyond action
- Have you had opportunities to review plans for other new equipment or service developments since this activity? Have you revisited the recommendations you made and compared them with the final plans for the MRI unit?
- Have you engaged in professional storytelling with peers or colleagues about your experience reviewing these plans? Has your view of the situation changed as a result of these discussions?
- How has this experience influenced your approach to evaluating proposed plans or specifications for new equipment or services in your department?
- Have you applied the skills of identifying key considerations and making recommendations in other areas of your work?
- Do you feel more confident in contributing to discussions about service development or equipment procurement as a result of this training activity?
- What transferable skills, such as critical evaluation, attention to detail, and communication of recommendations, did you develop through this activity that will be valuable in future projects?
- How will this experience inform your future involvement in service planning or equipment procurement, potentially for other modalities or within different contexts?
- What clear actions for continued development in understanding service planning, equipment specification, or stakeholder engagement have you identified as a result of this experience?
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 |
Outcome
Appraise and advise on the safe application of MRI in the clinical environment. |