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Introduction to Gastrointestinal Physiology

Module information

Module details

Title
Introduction to Gastrointestinal Physiology
Type
Rotation
Module code
S-GI-R1
Credits
10
Phase
1
Requirement
Compulsory

Aim of this module

This module will introduce trainees to the practices and principles of Gastrointestinal Physiology and the contribution of Clinical Scientists in Gastrointestinal Science to patient care.

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 involving Gastrointestinal Physiology and reflect on the meeting

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

Shadow a registered healthcare professional working in Gastrointestinal Physiology and reflect on their role

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

Observe breath testing procedures and reflect on the process

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

Follow the patient pathway through care in Gastrointestinal Physiology and reflect on the journey

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

Explore a change in local, national or international guidelines and reflect on the impact this will have on practice

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

Review the effect of legislation in Gastrointestinal Physiology and reflect on how this guides practice

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

Observe at least two  procedures from each group of the following gastrointestinal procedures and reflect on the process

Diagnostic procedures:

  • Carbon 13 breath test
  • Smart pill
  • Wireless pH monitoring
  • EMG
  • Endo-anal ultrasound
  • Capsule enteroscopy
  • PNTML

 

Therapeutic procedures:

  • PTNS
  • Pressure biofeedback therapy
  • SNS
  • Trans anal irrigation
 Type OTA Action View
# 8 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Observe the following upper gastrointestinal procedures and reflect on the process:

  • Manometry
  • 24-hour ambulatory study
 Type OTA Action View
# 9 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Observe the following lower gastrointestinal procedures and reflect on the process:

  • Manomentry
  • Rectal sensation testing
 Type OTA Action View
# 10 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Follow a device through a calibration and/or system check and reflect on the journey

 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 measures for a Gastrointestinal Physiology procedure.
  • Obtain a series of breath samples.
  • Perform a calibration or system check on a piece of equipment.

Observed Clinical Event Titles

  • Gather a relevant patient history from a patient, patient representative, or a member of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Present a patient history to member of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Support a patient during a procedure/investigation.

Learning outcomes

# Learning outcome
1

Explore the contribution of Gastrointestinal Physiology to patient care.
2

Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Gastrointestinal Physiology.
3

Describe the working practices of Gastrointestinal Physiology.
4

Examine the impact of innovation in Gastrointestinal Physiology.
5

Review the effect of legislation in Gastrointestinal Physiology.
6

Compare and contrast the practice of Gastrointestinal Physiology 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 gastrointestinal system anatomy and physiology, including nomenclature.
  2. Critically evaluate the principles and practices underpinning routine investigations and procedures used when undertaking testing, diagnosis and treatment of the gastrointestinal system.
  3. Identify and illustrate the links between Clinical Scientists in Gastrointestinal Physiology and other clinical specialisms.

Indicative content

  • Basic overview of Gastrointestinal Physiology investigation
  • Basic anatomy and physiology (including pelvic floor anatomy and basic neurophysiology)
  • Physic and equipment
  • Common medical conditions
  • History taking
  • Indications for tests
  • Limitations of tests
  • Breath testing and rationale
  • Patient risks
  • Differences between guidelines, gold standard, legal – statutory and mandatory definitions
  • Legislation
  • Gastrointestinal Physiology evidence-based research

Module assigned to

Specialties

Specialty code Specialty title Action
Specialty code SPS3-1-22 Specialty title Gastrointestinal Physiology [2022] Action View
Specialty code SPS3-2-22 Specialty title Urodynamic Science [2022] Action View
Specialty code SPS3-1-23 Specialty title Gastrointestinal Physiology [2023] Action View
Specialty code SPS3-2-24 Specialty title Urodynamic Science [2024] Action View
Specialty code SPS3-1-24 Specialty title Gastrointestinal Physiology [2024] Action View
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