Competency information

Details

Set up equipment ready for use for electrophysiological  assessment

Considerations

  • Range of equipment used, relative merits and principles of measurement
  • Specific modifications or adaptations required for recording in neonates and paediatrics
  • Recognition of the errors or potential risks of using defective equipment in clinical practice and the implications of use
  • Identification of common faults and remedial action
  • Current safety standards, including safety testing and routine maintenance

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome Prepare patients and the clinical environment for visual electrophysiology investigations