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RDGY41150

Academic Year 2024/2025

Gynaecological Ultrasound (RDGY41150)

Subject:
Radiography
College:
Health & Agricultural Sciences
School:
Medicine
Level:
4 (Masters)
Credits:
10
Module Coordinator:
Ms Ann Fleming
Credit Split by Trimester:
Spring 5
Summer 5
Trimester:
2 Trimester duration (Spr-Sum)
Mode of Delivery:
Blended
Internship Module:
No
Module Type:
Clinical Module
How will I be graded?
Pass/Fail (GPA Neutral)

Curricular information is subject to change.

This module offers clinicians the opportunity to develop clinical and academic knowledge of ultrasound and its role in the assessment of the normal pelvis, pre and postmenopausal, assessment of the endometrium in women with postmenopausal bleeding, assessment of IntraUterine Contraceptive Devices and the role that ultrasound plays in the investigation of infertility and monitoring of women undergoing treatment. It aims to equip participants with a level of competence in ultrasound scanning that will enable them to understand the indications for ultrasound examinations, perform scans safely and competently, report on scan findings in the clinical context and know when to refer patients for a more a more detailed assessment. This module is an introduction to gynaecological scanning. Further training / supervision would be required in order to be proficient in performing a detailed pelvic survey independently. Technology of ultrasound is incorporated into this clinical module and topics covered will ensure clinicians are competent in selecting appropriate equipment parameters to optimise image acquisition and record optimal representative images. This module is designed to provide both theoretical and practical training, with a significant emphasis on clinical experience.

Students registered for this module are offered the opportunity to study the following: the fundamental principles of ultrasound examinations in the assessment of the normal pelvis, pre and postmenopausal; the endometrium in women with postmenopausal bleeding; the assessment of IntraUterine Contraceptive Devices; ultrasound examinations in relation to fertility investigations and treatments relative to the management of infertility; and recognition of possible uterine and ovarian pathology.

In order to undertake this module participants must be actively scanning in an gynaecological ultrasound department and have a named clinical supervisor. This involves arranging a clinical placement and providing evidence of an agreement to spend a minimum of 80 hours practicing clinical gynaecological ultrasound while undertaking this module.

Engagement with on-line lectures and all on-line material, e.g submission of E Portfolio is compulsory

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module participants should be able to:

demonstrate high level clinical skills in the performance of gynaecological ultrasound;

apply current theories of ultrasound, basic sciences and communication to their clinical reasoning;

justify the contribution of ultrasound to the overall management of the patient;

self evaluate their performance in the clinical environment;

discuss the social and ethical implications of gynaecological ultrasound;

discuss the role of ultrasound in comparison with other imaging modalities;

communicate written information in an effective manner;

demonstrate good IT skills

Indicative Module Content:

the fundamental principles of ultrasound examinations in the assessment of the normal pelvis, pre and postmenopausal;
the endometrium in women with postmenopausal bleeding;
the assessment of IntraUterine Contraceptive Devices;
ultrasound examinations in relation to fertility investigations and treatments relative to the management of infertility;
recognition of possible uterine and ovarian pathology.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Specified Learning Activities

20
Autonomous Student Learning

100
Lectures

16
Placement/Work Experience

114
Total

250

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
active/task-based learning;
lectures;
reflective learning;
clinical practice

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Requirements:

Participants must provide written evidence of an agreement with an obstetric/gynaecological ultrasound department to provide clinical ultrasound experience and supervision throughout the programme. This agreement must be signed by the named clinical supervisor.

Applicants should be obstetric and gynaecological trainees at Senior House Officer, Registrar or SPR level, consultants specialising in obstetrics and gynaecology, with approval to practice in Ireland; midwives registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or the UKCC, who provide antenatal care; or Radiographers with the approval to practice Radiography in Ireland or Northern Ireland, who currently practice ultrasound.

Other professionals are considered on individual merit (eg general nurses or general practitioners), but must be actively scanning in order to undertake modules in the Graduate Certificate Programme.

Learning Recommendations:

It is recommended that participants spend as much time as possible performing clinical ultrasound examinations while undertaking ultrasound modules. Students will maximise their potential to develop high level clinical and academic skills in ultrasound by exceeding the minimum clinical hours stated for each module. Applicants should be computer literate and have continuous internet access for the duration of this programme.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 

Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Portfolio: The documentation of a students clinical experience is essential in order to pass the module and justify the award credits. Week 6 Summer Graded Yes

20

 Yes
Practical Skills Assessment: 6 Direct Observation of Procedural Skills Assessment must be completed. Week 6 Summer Pass/Fail Grade Scale Yes

50

 Yes
Reflective Assignment: Case based discussions (CBD) x 6 are used to assess clinical decision making, knowledge and application of that knowledge. Week 4 Spring, Week 8 Spring, Week 12 Spring Other Yes

30

 Yes

Carry forward of passed components
No
 

Remediation Type Remediation Timing
Repeat (CFP) Within Three Semesters
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Self-assessment activities

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Direct Observation Observational Skills 1-6: Written (and verbal on request) Case Based Discussions: Written (and verbal) on request Record of Clinical Practice; Written (and verbal on request)

Name Role
Ms Ann Fleming Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Mary Moran Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Ms Susan Muldoon Tutor
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