7.8.8FCA_IISection
Non-technical skills (NTS)
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19 items
- 7.8.8.1FCA_IIProviding an anaesthetic plan in collaboration with a team consisting of other specialists, including cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, nursing and allied health personnel Context awareness
- 7.8.8.2FCA_IIAwareness of limitations of competency to manage complex cardiac surgery for inexperienced FCA graduates
- 7.8.8.3FCA_IISensitivity to and recognition of patient anxiety regarding anaesthesia risks, cardiopulmonary bypass and heart surgery
- 7.8.8.4FCA_IIAwareness of whether the patient, concurrent comorbidities and their proposed procedure are appropriately matched with the available resources Medical expertise – decision-making/insight
- 7.8.8.5FCA_IIManage the perioperative care of patients undergoing cardiac surgery including the risks relating to invasive lines, CBP and inotropic support.
- 7.8.8.6FCA_IIAn awareness of limitations of competency to manage complex cardiac surgery for non-specialised FCA graduates
- 7.8.8.7FCA_IIManage the issues relating to massive blood transfusion, post-operative patient complications secondary to cardiac surgery. Communication
- 7.8.8.8FCA_IIThe anaesthetist should be able to communicate clearly with patients and other professionals
- 7.8.8.9FCA_IIProvide patient-centred information regarding planned anaesthetic management, alternative options, and potential risks to gain patient co-operation and understanding.
- 7.8.8.10FCA_IIEffectively share information and discuss management of the patient with nurses and clinicians, especially with respect to adverse events.
- 7.8.8.11FCA_IIComprehensive handover to the ICU staff Professionalism
- 7.8.8.12FCA_IIThe anaesthetist should be able to demonstrate4 SO
- 7.8.8.13FCA_IIThe anaesthetist should collaborate with other clinicians and health professionals with respect to patient related issues.
- 7.8.8.14FCA_IIResolve professional and interdisciplinary conflict that may arise Humaneness
- 7.8.8.15FCA_IIAppreciate the anxiety surrounding invasive lines, CPB and cardiac surgery and ensure comfort when placing such lines
- 7.8.8.16FCA_IIAssist patients with limited cardiac reserve on to theatre table or trolley Health advocate
- 7.8.8.17FCA_IIThe anaesthetist should assume the role of a health advocate for the patient by embarking on the following:4 SO
- 7.8.8.18FCA_IIEnsuring appropriate transfer from theatre table to the patient’s bed with careful care of lines, infusions and monitors.
- 7.8.8.19FCA_IIEnsuring safe transfer from theatre to ICU with intubated and ventilated patients. References: Erdoses G et al. (2019). European Association of cardiothoracic anaesthesiology (EACTA) Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia Fellowship Curriculum: First Edition. Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia 1-10 Royal college of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Third edition Feb 2020 ANZCA anaesthesia training programme curriculum. Nov 2020