Module information
Module details
- Title
- Vestibular
- Type
- Specialist
- Module code
- S-A-S4
- Credits
- 10
- Phase
- 3
- Requirement
- Compulsory
Aim of this module
To provide trainees with the necessary theoretical background and practical skills to safely assess and manage a range of common vestibular deficits in adults without significant co-morbidities.
Work-based content
Training activities
| # | Learning outcome | Training activity | Type | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| # 1 | Learning outcome 1 |
Training activities
Obtain a detailed diagnostic clinical history from complex vestibular cases with co-morbidities |
Type ETA | Action View |
| # 2 | Learning outcome 3, 5 |
Training activities
Safely perform the following diagnostic tests and select and perform appropriate repositioning manoeuvres based on the findings:
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Type ETA | Action View |
| # 3 | Learning outcome 2, 3 |
Training activities
Select and safely perform the following standard diagnostic tests:
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Type ETA | Action View |
| # 4 | Learning outcome 2, 3 |
Training activities
Interpret and integrate results from the following standard tests to formulate a differential diagnosis:
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Type ETA | Action View |
| # 5 | Learning outcome 2, 3 |
Training activities
Discuss the role of the following specialist diagnostic tests, and how they are performed and interpreted, with a qualified clinician:
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Type DTA | Action View |
| # 6 | Learning outcome 3, 4 |
Training activities
Debrief patients and their significant other to explain the test results, and where appropriate the treatment, prognosis, and aetiology, of the following common test findings:
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Type ETA | Action View |
| # 7 | Learning outcome 7 |
Training activities
Make appropriate onward referrals to one of the following related specialties:
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Type DTA | Action View |
| # 8 | Learning outcome 5, 6 |
Training activities
Develop a holistic and individualised vestibular rehabilitation programme for routine patients |
Type ETA | Action View |
| # 9 | Learning outcome 5, 6 |
Training activities
Evaluate and modify vestibular rehabilitation programmes for routine patients |
Type ETA | Action View |
| # 10 | Learning outcome 8 |
Training activities
Write accurate and concise reports for:
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Type ETA | Action View |
Assessments
Complete 2 Case-Based Discussions
Complete 2 DOPS or OCEs
Direct Observation of Practical Skills Titles
- Safely and accurately perform a caloric test (with the aid of an assistant if required).
- Safely and accurately perform a cervical or ocular vestibular evoked myogenic potential test.
- Safely perform a vestibular rehabilitation exercise assessment.
Observed Communication Event Titles
- Explain a diagnosis of BPPV to a patient and their significant other(s), including an explanation of treatment options.
- Take a detailed vestibular rehabilitation case history from a patient.
- Use shared decision making to set appropriate goals for a vestibular rehabilitation programme.
Learning outcomes
| # | Learning outcome |
|---|---|
| 1 | Collect a detailed patient history which informs an individualised test strategy and rehabilitation plan. |
| 2 | Perform vestibular assessments making safe and appropriate adaptions to the test approach to suit the needs of the patient. |
| 3 | Perform and interpret a wide range of diagnostic vestibular tests. |
| 4 | Discuss test results in an appropriate and sensitive manner according to the needs of the patient, taking into account differing cultural and social attitudes to hearing care. |
| 5 | Provide safe and effective vestibular rehabilitation for commonly occurring disorders in patients without significant comorbidities. |
| 6 | Evaluate vestibular rehabilitation options for complex cases with comorbidities. |
| 7 | Practice within their own personal and professional scope, identifying where onward referral is appropriate. |
| 8 | Prepare reports and document test findings and rehabilitation plans. |
Clinical experiences
Clinical experiences help you to develop insight into your practice and a greater understanding of your specialty's impact on patient care. Clinical experiences should be included in your training plan and you may be asked to help organise your experiences. Reflections and observations from your experiences may help you to advance your practice and can be used to develop evidence to demonstrate your awareness and appreciation of your specialty.
Activities
- Attend a local multidisciplinary falls prevention, elderly care, syncope/blackout or geriatric medicine clinic.
- Attend a local vestibular/balance patient support group.
Academic content (MSc in Clinical Science)
Important information
The academic parts of this module will be detailed and communicated to you by your university. Please contact them if you have questions regarding this module and its assessments. The module titles in your MSc may not be exactly identical to the work-based modules shown in the e-portfolio. Your modules will be aligned, however, to ensure that your academic and work-based learning are complimentary.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this module the trainee will be able to:
- Investigate possible vestibular pathologies and their impact on the adult patient.
- Apply integrative understanding to interpret a vestibular case history, and devise assessment plans as appropriate.
- Interpret and synthesise vestibular test results, and use the evidence base to develop a differential diagnosis.
- Devise holistic patient management plans and critically evaluate the evidence base for management options for vestibular conditions.
Indicative content
| Learning Outcome | Indicative content |
| Investigate possible vestibular pathologies and their impact on the adult patient |
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| Apply integrative understanding to interpret a vestibular case history, and devise assessment plans as appropriate |
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| Interpret and synthesise vestibular test results, and use the evidence base to develop a differential diagnosis |
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| Devise holistic patient management plans and critically evaluate the evidence base for management options for vestibular conditions |
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