RDGY41120 Fetal Wellbeing Ultrasound

Academic Year 2023/2024

This module offers participants the opportunity to develop clinical and academic knowledge of ultrasound and its role in the assessment of fetal wellbeing, including anatomy, growth pattern and Doppler studies. 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 fetal anatomy scanning. Further training / supervision would be required in order to be proficient in performing a fetal anatomic 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 fetal anatomy, fetal growth, and umbilical Doppler studies.

In order to undertake this module participants must be actively scanning in an obstetric 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 obstetric while undertaking this module.

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

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Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module participants should be able to:

demonstrate high level clinical skills in the performance of ultrasound assessment of fetal anatomy, fetal growth and Doppler studies of the umbilical artery;

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 obstetric ultrasound;

communicate written information in an effective manner;

demonstrate good IT skills

Indicative Module Content:

Normal Fetal Anatomy;
ultrasound diagnosis of fetal anomalies;
umbilical artery Doppler assessment;
middle cerebral artery Doppler assessment;
uterine artery Doppler assessment;
ultrasound in assessment and management of the Large for Gestational Age fetus;
ultrasound in assessment and management of the Small for Gestational Age fetus;
placental implantation disorders;
ultrasound in assessment and management of multiple pregnancy;
hydrops fetalis and maternal antibodies;
the role of ultrasound prenatal screening and diagnosis

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

16
Specified Learning Activities

20
Autonomous Student Learning

100
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 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 Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Portfolio: Record of Clinical Practice
As the minimal clinical requirement for this module is 90 clinical practice hours, and the module will be Incomplete if this is not achieved		 Throughout the Trimester n/a Pass/Fail Grade Scale No

20
Practical Examination: Direct Observation of Procedural Skills (DOPS) x 6 Varies over the Trimester n/a Pass/Fail Grade Scale Yes

50
Continuous Assessment: Cased Based Discussions x 6 Varies over the Trimester n/a Pass/Fail Grade Scale No

30

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
Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
 

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