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Prepare and assist with the preparation of the client for anaesthesia

Prepare and assist with the preparation of the client for anaesthesia

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAN402C
State Code
D5752
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
060301 - General Nursing
Original Release Date
01/08/2011
Nominal Hours
100
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance in the preparation of the client prior to administration of anaesthesia
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Receive client
  • 1.1 Greet and reassure client prior to administration of anaesthesia
  • 1.2 Inform client about the preparation to be completed by anaesthetic technician
  • 1.3 Carry out checks to confirm that all required preparation has been completed
  • 1.4 Correlate client's identification wristband, client notes, consent form and confirm operating list
  • 1.5 Obtain verbal confirmation of client's identity, type and site of operation from the client where condition permits and according to organisation policy
  • 1.6 Monitor the client's safety through continual observation, as required
  • 1.7 Identify, record and immediately report any variations, discrepancies and changes to the client, their documentation or their wishes to the anaesthetist and other relevant personnel
  • 1.8 Acknowledge accompanying relatives and carers sensitively and appropriately
  • 1.9 Label client property and store securely and in accordance with organisation policy
2. Attach/detach equipment to/from client
  • 2.1 Select required equipment in accordance with anaesthetist's preference and attach correctly
  • 2.2 Utilise personal protective equipment in accordance with standard and additional precautions
  • 2.3 Undertake skin preparation prior to attachment of equipment, as necessary
  • 2.4 Set equipment in operation
  • 2.5 Carefully detach equipment with minimum risk of damage to client, staff or equipment, once the anaesthetist indicates that it is no longer required
  • 2.6 Clean equipment in accordance with departmental infection control policies and manufacturer's instructions prior to storage
  • 2.7 Safely store equipment in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations, or prepare for re-use
  • 2.8 Follow established procedures if equipment is found to be faulty
3. Provide assistance in siting intra-vascular cannula
  • 3.1 Check anaesthetist's requirements
  • 3.2 Utilise personal protective equipment in accordance with standard and additional precautions
  • 3.3 Check individual needs of the client and provide the appropriate equipment for the anaesthetist
  • 3.4 Select and prepare required equipment in an aseptic manner
  • 3.5 Provide optimum conditions to facilitate access
  • 3.6 Following insertion, adequately and safely secure the cannula and provide accessibility
  • 3.7 Dispose of waste/sharps in accordance with waste management policies and infection control guidelines
4. Assist with transfer of clients
  • 4.1 Plan to transfer client into procedural/operating room under the direction of the anaesthetist is confirmed
  • 4.2 Ensure relevant personnel are aware of the actions to be performed
  • 4.3 Detach equipment not required from the client before the transfer takes place as directed by the anaesthetist
  • 4.4 Ensure equipment attached to the client is safely and correctly adjusted during transfer
  • 4.5 Employ safe lifting and handling techniques during client transfer
  • 4.6 Conduct the client transfer at the direction of the anaesthetist and ensure movement is conducted safely and client discomfort minimised
  • 4.7 Correctly re-connect and adjust equipment on completion of transfer, as necessary
  • 4.8 Maintain client's dignity and give reassurance when necessary
5. Assist with positioning clients for clinical/operative procedures
  • 5.1 Inform client of positioning procedures to be completed by technician, reassure, as far as possible, and seek his/her cooperation when appropriate
  • 5.2 Position client under the direction of the anaesthetist to meet the requirements of the anaesthetist and surgeon
  • 5.3 Ensure all relevant equipment is available, is functioning correctly and is correctly attached/placed in accordance with the anaesthetist's and surgeon's preferences and the individual needs of the client
  • 5.4 Ensure client is protected from injury in collaboration with other relevant health professionals
  • 5.5 Obtain assistance to position client when necessary
  • 5.6 Observe any abnormal responses and report any action required to be taken to the anaesthetist/medical officer
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State Code National Code Title Type
D071 HLT42607 Certificate IV in Anaesthetic Technology Qualification