Competency information
Details
Explain the procedure for each type of investigation to the patient and address any questions they may have relating to the procedure, including the process after the procedure and how the patient will be informed of the results.
Considerations
- The pathophysiology of the respiratory and sleep system and the appropriate choice of investigation, considering the findings from the history and clinical examination.
- Common questions and concerns of patients about procedures.
- Risks and benefits of undertaking the investigation.
- The information needs of patients following investigation.
- The authority level for provision of information to patients.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 | Outcome Perform and interpret assessments of blood gas status and identify the requirements for supplemental oxygen therapy. |
| # 2 | Outcome Perform full cardiopulmonary exercise testing in the investigation of respiratory, vascular and cardiac disease. |
| # 3 | Outcome Identify the requirement for and initiate non-invasive ventilation (NIV) in patients with both acute and chronic respiratory failure. |
| # 5 | Outcome Perform, analyse and technically report polysomnographic sleep investigations in patients referred to a sleep service. |