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Collect arterial blood samples

Collect arterial blood samples

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTPAT412C
State Code
D8411
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/08/2011
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
01/08/2011
Nominal Hours
100
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to follow policy and procedures for collection of arterial blood samples from clients for pathology testing
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for sample collection
  • 1.1 Identify pathology request and client correctly
  • 1.2 Explain procedure client and obtain consent in accordance with legal requirements and organisation policy and procedure
  • 1.3 Obtain relevant clinical information and record in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
  • 1.4 Calculate minimum blood volume required for test
  • 1.5 Ensure client is correctly and comfortably positioned and prepared for the arterial blood collection procedure
  • 1.6 Perform pre-collection testing to ensure integrity of arterial circulation at site of collection before proceeding
  • 1.7 Check oxygen therapy and record to ensure client is breathing room air, specified air or gas mixture according to pathology request documentation
  • 1.8 Assemble and prepare equipment and disposables
  • 1.9 Maintain standard and additional precautions
  • 1.10 Use personal and protective equipment correctly
2. Perform arterial blood collection
  • 2.1 Prepare collection site according to organisation policies and procedures
  • 2.2 Locate artery, insert needle at correct angle, and collect sufficient sample volume for requested test/s
  • 2.3 Follow infection control procedures throughout collection procedure
  • 2.4 Apply pressure to site immediately following collection according to organisation policies and procedures
  • 2.5 Dispose of sharps safely using correct techniques and container
  • 2.6 Fit stopper to syringe immediately after removal of needle
  • 2.7 Mix sample thoroughly, label and prepare for transport in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
3. Perform post collection procedures
  • 3.1 Dispose of waste in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
  • 3.2 Complete documentation
  • 3.3 Check puncture site to ensure bleeding has stopped
  • 3.4 Cover puncture site appropriately
  • 3.5 Leave client comfortable
  • 3.6 Provide relevant information and instructions (e.g. bleeding)
  • 3.7 Notify appropriate staff so that the client's condition can be monitored
  • 3.8 Transport arterial blood sample to laboratory in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9415 HLTPAT412B Collect arterial blood samples Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD250 HLTPAT412D Collect arterial blood samples Unit of competency
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