Training activity information
Details
Perform and interpret diagnostic tests and create clinical reports for:
- Maculopathy
- Optic neuropathy
- Retinopathy
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
- Differential diagnosis
- Anatomy and physiology
- Tests and ranges
- Common conditions
- Local, national and international guidelines and standards
- Patient history
- Pathways
- Communication skills
- Patient safety
- Safeguarding
- Infection control
- Patient consent
- Patient referral
- Clinical context
- Legislation
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Develop test plans from information given on referrals. |
| # 2 |
Outcome
Prepare patients and the clinical environment for both standard and advanced electrophysiological techniques. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Perform standard and advanced electrophysiological techniques using correct procedures. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Identify, assess and remedy issues encountered while performing testing. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Interpret and report results of electrophysiological tests. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Employ effective communication with a range of individuals, including the patient and the multidisciplinary team. |