Training activity information
Details
Assist in cardiopulmonary exercise testing by preparing the patient to undertake the test, ensuring effective communication and maintaining dignity at all times
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
- National and international guidelines for exercise testing
- Regression/reference equations appropriate for the ethnicity
- Cultural and socioeconomic implications
- Role of the chaperone
- Equipment calibration and quality assurance
- Standard operating procedures
- Contraindications and indications for performing tests
- Differences in exercise modalities
- Informed consent
- Clinical history
- Patient safety considerations, including risk assessment
- Safety procedures, infection control and emergency procedures
- Equipment
- Risk assessments and risk mitigation
- Health and safety, including protective equipment
- Patient communication
- Patient information
- Communication skills
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Prepare equipment and the environment in order to undertake clinical exercise assessments. |
| # 2 |
Outcome
Prepare patients to undertake field and formal clinical exercise assessments. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Employ effective communication skills and compassion with a range of patients enabling patients to understand their treatment pathway. |
| # 8 |
Outcome
Demonstrate a patient centered approach to practice, considering communication with patients and relatives and the patient experience. |