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 lower gastrointestinal 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 Continue to perform and produce reports on non-invasive breath tests (hydrogen, methane – if there is a methane analyser available – and urea breath testing). |
| # 2 | Outcome Perform rectal digital examination to ensure safe rectal intubation with manometric and ultrasound equipment. |
| # 3 | Outcome Perform anorectal manometry procedures in patients presenting with a range of conditions, for example obstetric trauma, pre- and post-surgical defaecatory problems, slow transit constipation, obstructive defaecation, neurological disorders. |
| # 4 | Outcome Perform endoanal ultrasound investigations in patients presenting with a range of conditions, including obstetric and surgical trauma, sepsis, fissures, faecal incontinence and obstructive defaecation. |