Training activity information

Details

Perform assessment of elastography to include imaging and non-imaging systems, report the finding and deliver appropriate advice to clinical users

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

  • Selection of appropriate test equipment
  • Limitations of commercial phantoms
  • Choice of parameters for quantification
  • Scanner hardware and system operation
  • Impact on clinical application
  • Communication with the multidisciplinary team

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Use ultrasound scanners, applying basic and advanced modality controls.

# 2 Outcome

Interpret clinical ultrasound images.

# 3 Outcome

Assess the performance and safety of ultrasound scanners used in common clinical applications, including advanced imaging techniques.