Competency information

Details

Explain the procedures for investigations 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 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 Prepare, plan and perform multiple sleep latency tests (MSLT) and/or polysomnography (PSG)
# 2 Outcome Prepare, plan and perform videotelemetry and/or ambulatory EEG recordings