Training activity information
Details
Assess patients presenting with signs of nystagmus and select the appropriate investigative tests
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
- Patient centred care and support
- Measuring nystagmus
- Causes of nystagmus
- Further testing
- Patient referrals
- Patient safety
- Multidisciplinary team working
- Signs and symptoms of disease
- Impact of nystagmus on recordings
- Underlying conditions
- Saccadic velocity
- Fixation quality
- Patient history
- Communication skills
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Construct an appropriate history and symptoms from a patient to inform management decisions. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Employ effective communication with a range of individuals, including the patient and the multidisciplinary team. |
| # 6 |
Outcome
Perform a range of binocular function tests. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Produce clear, concise and accurate documentation in line with local standards and legislation. |