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Provide western herbal medicine treatment

Provide western herbal medicine treatment

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTHER609C
State Code
D8279
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
22/07/2011
Field of Education
061901 - Naturopathy
Original Release Date
22/07/2011
Nominal Hours
90
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to administer client treatment according to a western herbal medicine framework
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Manage treatment
  • 1.1 Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment
  • 1.2 Explain the mode of administration and management of the treatment to the client
  • 1.3 Request client to monitor reactions and contact practitioner as required
  • 1.4 Ensure appropriate consent for treatment
  • 1.5 Recognise and promptly respond to treatment (adverse or otherwise) if necessary
  • 1.6 Clearly explain time, location and content of future sessions to the client
  • 1.7 Document recommendations
  • 1.8 Provide treatment according to the treatment plan
2. Apply therapeutic techniques
  • 2.1 Apply, recommend, dispense or prescribe herbal medicines, extemporaneous preparations, herbal plasters, poultices, ointments or other topical applications
  • 2.2 Deliver treatment according to regulations
  • 2.3 Refer to or collaborate with other health care professionals as required
3. Advise and resource the client
  • 3.1 Educate the client in relevant and practical techniques for promotion and maintenance of optimum health
  • 3.2 Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language
  • 3.3 Use appropriate interpersonal skills when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to the client
  • 3.4 Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment wherever possible
  • 3.5 Respond appropriately to client feedback and complaints
  • 3.6 Provide counselling within a herbal medicine framework when appropriate
4. Review treatment
  • 4.1 Review progress with the client
  • 4.2 Identify and record effects of previous treatment
  • 4.3 Review previous treatment plan
  • 4.4 Evaluate need for ongoing and/or additional treatment
  • 4.5 Negotiate changes to the plan with the client to ensure optimal outcomes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C5038 HLTHER9A Provide the Western Herbal Medicine treatment Unit of competency
C9285 HLTHER609B Provide western herbal medicine treatment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD164 HLTHER609D Provide western herbal medicine treatment Unit of competency
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