Training activity information
Details
Identify the next stage of care and discuss the options with patients for:
- Dietary habits
- Environmental/occupational risks
- Exogenous toxin intake (e.g. alcohol/caffeine)
- Lifestyle habits e.g. supplementation
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
- Advantages and disadvantages of intervention vs no intervention
- Alternative non-ART pathways
- Patient centred care and support
- Confidentiality and the limits of the concept of confidentiality
- Lifestyle guidance and behaviour/exposures, which may affect sperm function or improve treatment outcome
- Non-licensed treatment options for example pharmaceutical options for control or limitation of conditions
- Key factors in the couple’s case history and choice of treatment options
- Cost effectiveness of assisted conception options
- Managing patient expectations and understanding, including what is and is not a risk, and debunking myths
- Intervention options appraisal, including risks and limitations
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 |
Outcome
Identify additional tests to aid in diagnosis or implications of observed disease. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Practice in partnership with other clinical specialties as part of the systematic diagnosis and review of individual cases. |
| # 8 |
Outcome
Explain procedures and care options to patients, providing support within the scope of practice and identifying options for onward referral. |