Training activity information
Details
Outline treatment planning volumes on a TPS including external contours, OARs, PRVs, PTVs, planning volumes for a range of patients covering different anatomical sites
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
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.
- Documentation including ICRU
- Derivation of planning growth margins
- Basic CT anatomy
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 |
Outcome
Apply appropriate guidance, regulations and codes of practice to ensure patient safety in all elements of practice. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Identify appropriate immobilisation techniques to ensure accuracy of treatment delivery. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Explain and critically analyse the use of pre-treatment and on-treatment imaging within radiotherapy. |
| # 6 |
Outcome
Develop and appraise external beam radiotherapy treatment plans for clinical use. |