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Provide oral health care in the aged or disability sector

Provide oral health care in the aged or disability sector

Module
National Code
OCSPOC301
State Code
BA195
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/04/2025
Field of Education
090511 - Residential Client Care
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake oral healthcare when working as a support worker.

The unit of competency is applied by support workers in the ageing and disability sectors.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify required or requested care
  • 1.1 Access the client’s care plan or information regarding their oral care
  • 1.2 Review previous treatments, products and aids used.
  • 1.3 Discuss any requirements or requests with the supervisor.
  • 1.4 Discuss any oral health issues that may be affecting the client’s general health and any medical conditions and medication that may affect oral health.
2. Collect the equipment required
  • 2.1 Collect the correct dental care equipment and products for the procedure according to the care plan.
  • 2.2 Check client’s brushes used for cleaning to ensure they are in good condition.
  • 2.3 Replace toothbrush/denture brush when required.
3. Prepare the area
  • 3.1 Perform hand hygiene following the world health organisation handwashing procedure.
  • 3.2 Put on PPE according to infection control principles
  • 3.3 Prepare the environment with surface disinfection.
  • 3.4 Remove PPE and dispose of in correct waste receptacle.
  • 3.5 Follow the procedure in preparation for the provision of oral care.
4. Prepare the client
  • 4.1 Explain to the client and/or carer what is going to happen.
  • 4.2 Gain consent from the client and/or their carer/guardians.
  • 4.3 Position the client according to the oral care to be performed and their physical capabilities and comfort
  • 4.4 Protect client clothes.
  • 4.5 Check the airway is not compromised.
  • 4.6 Check client comfort.
5. Perform oral care
  • 5.1 Remove any removable appliances (if any are visible) and place in the client container after inspection
  • 5.2 Observe the client oral cavity for any damaged teeth or inflammation of the soft tissues or common oral health conditions.
  • 5.3 Select recommended oral care equipment/aids as detailed in the care plan.
  • 5.4 Select the oral care product to be used with the equipment to perform oral care
  • 5.5 Commence oral care – brushing any teeth present and soft tissues.
  • 5.6 Check the oral cavity and lips for any bleeding after brushing
  • 5.7 Apply recommended oral care products and related equipment when detailed in the care plan
6. Observe the client
  • 6.1 Continually observe the client for any changed behaviour during the session.
  • 6.2 Check with client for comfort.
  • 6.3 Adjust treatment according to behaviour displayed.
  • 6.4 Ask for assistance if required.
7. Clean appliances
  • 7.1 Check removable appliances for damage.
  • 7.2 Select the correct oral care equipment and products required for type of appliance.
  • 7.3 Perform cleaning of appliance to remove all surface debris.
  • 7.4 Assist with insertion of removable appliance and check fit and comfort and wipe face where required
8 Undertake cleaning tasks on completion of oral care
  • 8.1 Remove gloves and perform hand hygiene.
  • 8.2 Replace gloves for cleaning.
  • 8.3 Clean any dental equipment or aids used during the provision of the oral care following manufacturer’s instructions
  • 8.4 Clean the environment observing infection control principles.
  • 8.5 Dispose waste according to recommended standards.
  • 8.6 Remove and dispose of PPE and wash hands.
9 Record treatment
  • 9.1 Update care plan to reflect tasks undertaken and any observations made, using dental terminology.
  • 9.2 Report any changes to the supervisor in accordance with organisational procedures.
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Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
BGY83 52926WA Course in Oral Care in the Ageing and Disability Sectors Accredited course