Conduct hearing assessments

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
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Unit of competency

National Code
HLTAU403C

State Code
D5791

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

061709 - Audiology

Original Release Date

01/08/2011

Nominal Hours

Description

DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required conduct hearing assessments

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for hearing assessments

1.1 Ensure information, including required forms are accessible and ready for use
1.2 Prepare the environment suitably for hearing assessments
1.3 Check equipment and instruments for assessments and calibrated for use
1.4 Ensure personal protective equipment is available and used if required

2. Establish a positive relationship with the client

2.1 Take client case history and explain practice/hearing service administrative procedures to client
2.2 Determine client's expectations
2.3 Gain informed consent from clients where applicable
2.4 Give client the opportunity to ask questions and discuss concerns
2.5 Identify and meet special needs of client
2.6 Maintain confidentiality of client information

3. Conduct otoscopy

3.1 Follow personal hygiene/infection control procedures
3.2 Conduct otoscopy in a non-threatening manner to produce valid, reliable and accurate results and in accordance with relevant policy and procedures
3.3 Identify abnormalities of the ear canal
3.4 Identify contra-indications for proceeding with further hearing assessments
3.5 Make referral to appropriate agency for further assessment and treatment if required

4. Conduct hearing assessments

4.1 Identify significant features of client history
4.2 Select appropriate hearing assessment/s and explain procedure to client
4.3 Wear appropriate personal protection clothing correctly and follow infection control procedures
4.4 Conduct assessments to produce valid, reliable and accurate results and in accordance with relevant policy and procedures
4.5 Use results to identify specific hearing loss and/or any abnormal functions
4.6 Record results in accordance with relevant policy and procedures

5. Conduct speech audiometry testing

5.1 Verify audiograms
5.2 Assess speech discrimination abilities and their implications for rehabilitation
5.3 Identify any possible retro-cochlear pathology

6. Review results of hearing assessments with client

6.1 Communicate results of assessments clearly and simply to the client
6.2 Discuss options to support client and consider with client
6.3 Negotiate and establish realistic goals for the client
6.4 Record, document and file results in accordance with relevant policies and procedures
6.5 Comply report, including recommendations for further assessment or referral to an appropriate facility or hearing aid fitting

7. Clean and store equipment

7.1 Clean equipment and attachments in accordance with manufacturers' requirements and infection control procedures
7.2 Store equipment and attachments in accordance with organisation policy and procedures

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
C9099	HLTAU403B	Conduct hearing assessments	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WD071	HLTAU403D	Conduct hearing assessments	Unit of competency