Training activity information
Details
Assess a scanner and/or transducer with a fault and draft a plan for repair and/or mitigation of the issue
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
- Local SOPs
- Local and national guidance
- Safety issues and risks
- OEM vs 3rd party vs in house repairs
- Impact of repair on medical device status
- Impact on acoustic output
- Impact on image quality
- Clinical utility
- Electronic testing systems, including 3rd party and internal
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Use ultrasound scanners, applying basic and advanced modality controls. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Assess the performance and safety of ultrasound scanners used in common clinical applications, including advanced imaging techniques. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Appy image processing techniques to extract information from ultrasound images. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Plan the management of ultrasound equipment in a healthcare setting. |