Training activity information
Details
Perform sensory and motor nerve conduction studies on the upper limbs for carpal tunnel and ulnar nerve neuropathy including the following measurements:
- Limb temperature
- Amplitude and latency
- Velocity
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
- Patient centred care and support
- SOPs
- Infection control
- Health and safety
- Patient safety and comfort
- Patient consent
- Changes to the planned investigation
- Artefacts and troubleshooting
- Pathological and non-pathological effects
- Quality measurements
- Documentation
- Grading systems
- Professional conduct and limitations
- The recording and stimulus parameters
- Placement of recording and stimulating electrodes
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 5 |
Outcome
Perform diagnostic tests including upper limb nerve conduction studies and multi-modality evoked potential studies on a range of patients. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Apply legislation and guidelines and manage risk in the performance of upper limb nerve conduction studies and multi-modality evoked potential studies. |
| # 9 |
Outcome
Demonstrate effective and compassionate communication skills with all stakeholder including patients and the multidisciplinary team. |