Training activity information
Details
Perform optimised ultrasound scans following a set protocol to identify normal lower limb arterial anatomy (Aorta to ankle)
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
- Patient centred care and support
- Normal anatomy and anatomical variations on ultrasound
- Equipment selection
- Scanning techniques
- Control optimisation in B-mode, colour Doppler and spectral Doppler
- Haemodynamics and physiology
- Local SOPs
- Local and national guidelines
- Artifact causes and corrections
- Limitations of the scan
- Scope of personal and professional practice
- Consequences of misdiagnosis
- Patient safety and communication
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 |
Outcome
Assess disease in the lower limb arteries using ultrasound. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Apply ultrasound physics to correctly optimise an ultrasound scan of the lower limb arteries. |
| # 9 |
Outcome
Appraise the impact of research evidence on national guidelines. |