Training activity information

Details

Review the dose constraints for a clinical site. Make recommendations considering safety, efficacy, outcomes and the suitability and impact on the patient

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

  • Origin of dose constraints
  • New evidence and relevant studies
  • Patient safety and outcomes
  • Patient toxicity/side effects
  • Individualised treatment planning, including patient tolerance and suitability for treatment
  • Patient centred care and support

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 2 Outcome

Perform dosimetric and radiobiological calculations.

# 4 Outcome

Critically appraise the application of radiotherapy treatments and techniques and make recommendations considering safety, efficacy, outcomes and the suitability and impact on the patient.

# 5 Outcome

Evaluate the application of novel and evolving techniques and treatments in radiotherapy.

# 7 Outcome

Assess the quality of practice and make recommendations for improvements.