Training activity information
Details
Communicate bad news and next steps to patients for one of the following events:
- No mature eggs
- Unexpected azoospermia
- Failure to thaw
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
- Confirm patient identify
- Record keeping
- Effective communication of scientific information in an understandable manner to patients
- Breaking bad news
- Patient centred care and support
- Patient pathway
- Methods of patient support
- Implications for treatment
- Consent process (GS)
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 |
Outcome
Practice safely in accordance with the statutory and regulatory requirements of micromanipulation and cryopreservation. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Outline the appropriate treatment pathways for patients based on the clinical parameters. |
| # 6 |
Outcome
Apply and adapt skills to communicate effectively with patients and the multidisciplinary team. |