Training activity information
Details
Perform electrode placement for:
- VEP
- Retinal testing (PERG, ERG)
- EOG
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
Considerations are suggestions about what may be useful for the trainee to think about while undertaking a training activity. They should not be considered as a mandatory checklist. Trainees should not be expected to demonstrate or provide evidence for each of the considerations listed.
- Patient centred care and support
- Local protocols
- Types of electrodes and electrode placement
- Quality assurance
- International standards
- Infection control
- Patient safety
- Patient consent
- Communication skills
- Test types
- Patient experience
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 |
Outcome
Prepare and set up the test environment and patient for different electrophysiological tests. |
| # 6 |
Outcome
Evaluate and incorporate local and ISCEV standards in practice. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Employ effective communication with a range of individuals including the patient and the multidisciplinary team. |