Training activity information
Details
Evaluate the adaption of a stock medical device to meet the needs of a patient and present the impact on the patient outcomes
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
- Role of innovation in Reconstructive Sciences
- Indications for need
- The limitations of the device in use
- Adaption of a stock device and the regulatory requirements
- Implementation of a new technique
- Evaluation process of a new technique/device
- Device design, material selection and manufacture custom medical devices
- Risk assessment
- COSHH
- Patient safety
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Deliver quality patient centred care with the best interests of patients in all elements of practice. |
| # 2 |
Outcome
Practice in accordance with local and national health and safety policies, regulatory requirements and overall service governance. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders. |
| # 8 |
Outcome
Select appropriate biomedical materials and components/instrumentation used in the treatment of patients and the manufacture of custom-made medical devices. |
| # 10 |
Outcome
Apply the principals of a quality management system to their professional practice. |
| # 11 |
Outcome
Support innovation and development and participate in research, audits and service evaluations. |