Training activity: 8

Details

Attend an introduction to theatre practice and protocols, and reflect on the introduction

Type

Observational training activity (OTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the observation or experience has been undertaken by the trainee.

Reflections on the observation or experience at two timepoints including contextualisation to the trainees own practice. E.g., for planned observations, a reflection before the observation and after, or for unplanned events a reflection one day after and another reflection a week later.

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.

• Reflect on the introduction, considering:
  • How patient safety, dignity and confidentiality are maintained
  • Processes for ensuring sterility of the environment
  • The use of devices in surgery
  • Aseptic procedures
  • Preparation process
  • Operating theatre etiquette
  • The multidisciplinary team and their roles in caring for the patient

Relevant learning outcomes

#	Outcome
# 1	Outcome Explore the contribution of Reconstructive Sciences in craniofacial treatment to patient care.
# 2	Outcome Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Reconstructive Sciences involved in craniofacial treatment.
# 3	Outcome Describe the working practices of Reconstructive Sciences in craniofacial treatment.
# 6	Outcome Compare and contrast the practice of Reconstructive Sciences in craniofacial treatment with other specialties.