Back Module: S-CS-R1

Introduction to Cardiac Science

Module information

Module details

Title
Introduction to Cardiac Science
Type
Rotation
Module code
S-CS-R1
Credits
10
Phase
1
Requirement
Compulsory

Aim of this module

This module will introduce trainees to the practices and principles of quality, analysis and basic cardiac science fundamental to practice as a Clinical Scientist in Cardiac Science.

Work-based content

Training activities

# Learning outcome Training activity Type Action
# 1 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Attend a multidisciplinary team meeting for Cardiac Science and reflect on the meeting

 Type OTA Action View
# 2 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Observe a CRM clinic for a day and reflect on the processes

 Type OTA Action View
# 3 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Observe a 12-lead ECG procedure and reflect on the procedure

 Type OTA Action View
# 4 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Follow the patient pathway through the cardiac department and reflect on the journey

 Type OTA Action View
# 5 Learning outcome 1,3,4,6 Training activities

Explore an innovation in patient care in cardiac science and reflect on the impact this will have on practice

 Type OTA Action View
# 6 Learning outcome 1,3,5,6 Training activities

Review a clinical guideline applied in Cardiac Science and reflect on how this guides practice

 Type OTA Action View
# 7 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Attend a departmental meeting and reflect on the meeting

 Type OTA Action View
# 8 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Observe a cardiology ward round and reflect on the process

 Type OTA Action View
# 9 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Observe the practices of the echo department and reflect on the processes

 Type OTA Action View
# 10 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Observe the practices in the cath lab for a day and reflect on the processes

 Type OTA Action View

Assessments

Complete 1 Case-Based Discussion

Complete 1 DOPS or OCE

Direct Observation of Practical Skills Titles

  • Apply an appropriate infection control procedure for Cardiac Science.

Observed Communication Event Titles

  • Gather a patient history relevant to the specialty from a patient, patient representative, or a member of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Present a patient history relevant to the specialty to a member of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Explain a procedure to a patient.
  • Explain a procedure to a member of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Explain the measures you would take to ensure patient comfort and dignity are maintained during cardiac investigations.

Learning outcomes

# Learning outcome
1

Explore the contribution of Cardiac Science to patient care.
2

Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Cardiac Science.
3

Describe the working practices of Cardiac Science.
4

Examine the impact of innovation in Cardiac Science.
5

Review the effect of legislation in Cardiac Science.
6

Compare and contrast the practice of Cardiac Science with other specialties.

Clinical experiences

Activities

Information:

There is no clinical experiential learning associated with this module.

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:

  1. Apply integrative and detailed knowledge of cardiovascular system anatomy and the pathophysiology of cardiac syncope, cardiac-related chest pain and heart failure, including nomenclature.
  2. Critically evaluate the principles and practices underpinning routine investigations and procedures used when undertaking testing, diagnosis and treatment in Cardiac Science.
  3. Identify and appraise the links between Clinical Scientists in Cardiac Science and other clinical specialisms.

Indicative content

  • Normal anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system
  • Patient pathways to investigate:
    • Chest pain
    • Heart failure
    • Syncope
  • Clinical 12-lead ECG
  • A framework for basic interpretation of standard 12-lead ECGs
  • Ambulatory electrocardiographic recording
  • Blood pressure recording techniques
  • Overview of:
    • Cardiac catheter lab procedures
    • Cardiac rhythm management services
    • Echocardiography investigations

Module assigned to

Specialties

Specialty code Specialty title Action
Specialty code SPS1-1-22 Specialty title Cardiac Science [2022] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-2-22 Specialty title Vascular Science [2022] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-3-22 Specialty title Respiratory & Sleep Science [2022] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-5-22 Specialty title Critical Care Science [2022] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-3-22 Specialty title Neurophysiology [2022] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-1-23 Specialty title Cardiac Science [2023] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-5-23 Specialty title Critical Care Science [2023] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-3-23 Specialty title Neurophysiology [2023] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-3-23 Specialty title Respiratory & Sleep Science [2023] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-2-23 Specialty title Vascular Science [2023] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-1-24 Specialty title Cardiac Science [2024] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-5-24 Specialty title Critical Care Science [2024] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-3-24 Specialty title Neurophysiology [2024] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-3-24 Specialty title Respiratory & Sleep Science [2024] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-2-24 Specialty title Vascular Science [2024] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-3-25 Specialty title Neurophysiology: Intraoperative Neuromonitoring [2025] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-1-25 Specialty title Cardiac Science [2025] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-5-25 Specialty title Critical Care Science [2025] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-2-25 Specialty title Vascular Science [2025] Action View
Specialty code SPS1-3-25 Specialty title Respiratory & Sleep Science [2025] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-3-25 Specialty title Neurophysiology [2025] Action View
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