Unit of competency Outline
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Apply orthopaedic devices
Apply orthopaedic devices
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTCT405C
HLTCT405C
State Code
D5846
D5846
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/08/2011
Field of Education
061799 - Rehabilitation Therapies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
02/08/2011
Nominal Hours
90
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to fabricate and apply orthopaedic devicesOrthopaedic devices include both braces and splints that can be either prefabricated and/or customised
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to apply orthopaedic devices
- 1.1 Assemble and check equipment for applying orthopaedic devices to ensure that it is in clean and in working order
- 1.2 Receive request for application of orthopaedic application and if in doubt confirm request with relevant personnel
- 1.3 Assess client's condition and identify precautions or potential complications associated with the application of orthopaedic device
- 1.4 Explain procedure to client and obtain client consent/agreement
- 1.5 Provide the client with opportunities to ask questions and discuss areas of concern
- 1.6 Meet the comfort and safety of the client and applicator
- 1.7 Review condition of the wound and pin site and refer to relevant personnel as required
2. Apply orthopaedic device
- 2.1 Position appropriately the area to which the orthopaedic device is to be applied
- 2.2 Identify client's specific needs in relation to the application of orthopaedic device
- 2.3 Meet the comfort and safety needs of the client and applicator
- 2.4 Apply the orthopaedic device according to instructions and to meet the client's needs
- 2.5 Achieve correct moulding to maintain soft tissue or fracture position in accordance with pattern or condition of injury
- 2.6 Complete documentation
3. Undertake post application procedures
- 3.1 Clean client at completion of procedure
- 3.2 Ensure the neurovascular status of limb is within normal limits
- 3.3 Check the fit and functionality of orthopaedic device
- 3.4 Provide client and carer with written and verbal advice for the care of the orthopaedic device r
- 3.5 Fit client with sling, heel/overshoes and ambulation aids, as required
- 3.6 Arrange appropriate support for the client
4. Clean working environment
- 4.1 Dispose of waste in accordance with waste management policies
- 4.2 Clean equipment accordance with manufacturer's specifications and stored safely
- 4.3 Clean work surfaces in accordance with infection control guidelines
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Types of orthopaedic devices may include:
Braces
Splints
Equipment may include:
Allen keys
Arm/knee/buttock block
Benders
Bracing/splinting equipment
Drill and drill bits
Hacksaw
Heat gun
Saw with vacuum
Scissors
Shears
Spanners
Spreaders
Vice
Relevant personnel may include:
Medical practitioners
Other health professionals
Clients may include:
Adolescents
Adults
Children
Elderly
In care clients/ out of care clients
Infants
Assessment of client's condition may include:
Allergies
Mechanism of injury
Relevant medical history
Skin condition e.g. oedema, blisters, pressure areas, broken skin
Contraindications may include:
Areas of broken skin
Conditions that result in a significant functional disability that may limit a person's ability to manage a brace
Conditions that result in fragile skin
Complications may include:
Compromising related injury
Fracture blisters
Loss of movement/function
Malalignment of bone
Neurovascular complications e.g. pressure areas
Orthopaedic device migration (due to loss of tissue bulk)
Pressure areas
Reduced or loss of movement/function of joint
Secondary infection
Wound breakdown
Clients specific needs may include:
Age
Functional requirements or restrictions
Mobilisation difficulties or restrictions
Phobias
Physical anomalies
Religious and cultural beliefs
Documentation may include:
Appliance hire documentation
Appointment forms and books
Client records
Orthopaedic devices check forms
Work log books
Advice given to clients may include:
Care of orthopaedic devices
Limb care
Mobilisation exercises/routines
Oedema control
Appropriate support may include:
Arrangement of educational material
Instructions for seeking advice if required
Organisation of walking aids e.g. crutches, wheelchairs
Review client's social situation in relation to their ability to self care with a orthopaedic device
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Types of orthopaedic devices may include:
Braces
Splints
Equipment may include:
Allen keys
Arm/knee/buttock block
Benders
Bracing/splinting equipment
Drill and drill bits
Hacksaw
Heat gun
Saw with vacuum
Scissors
Shears
Spanners
Spreaders
Vice
Relevant personnel may include:
Medical practitioners
Other health professionals
Clients may include:
Adolescents
Adults
Children
Elderly
In care clients/ out of care clients
Infants
Assessment of client's condition may include:
Allergies
Mechanism of injury
Relevant medical history
Skin condition e.g. oedema, blisters, pressure areas, broken skin
Contraindications may include:
Areas of broken skin
Conditions that result in a significant functional disability that may limit a person's ability to manage a brace
Conditions that result in fragile skin
Complications may include:
Compromising related injury
Fracture blisters
Loss of movement/function
Malalignment of bone
Neurovascular complications e.g. pressure areas
Orthopaedic device migration (due to loss of tissue bulk)
Pressure areas
Reduced or loss of movement/function of joint
Secondary infection
Wound breakdown
Clients specific needs may include:
Age
Functional requirements or restrictions
Mobilisation difficulties or restrictions
Phobias
Physical anomalies
Religious and cultural beliefs
Documentation may include:
Appliance hire documentation
Appointment forms and books
Client records
Orthopaedic devices check forms
Work log books
Advice given to clients may include:
Care of orthopaedic devices
Limb care
Mobilisation exercises/routines
Oedema control
Appropriate support may include:
Arrangement of educational material
Instructions for seeking advice if required
Organisation of walking aids e.g. crutches, wheelchairs
Review client's social situation in relation to their ability to self care with a orthopaedic device
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Relevant organisation policy, guidelines, procedures and protocols
Method of assessment:
Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting (laboratory). If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision
Observation of work activities when applying orthopaedic devices
Observation of simulation and/or role play when applying orthopaedic devises
Discussion of physical and/or behavioural contingency scenarios involving duty of care
Authenticated transcripts of relevant education/training courses
Recognition of relevant life/work experience
Questioning, written assessments/projects, e-learning can be used to assess knowledge
Authenticated reports of experience in applying orthopaedic devices (Documentation associated with performance reviews, supervisor/coordinator evaluations of work performance)
Training records associated with first aid, occupational health and safety training, orientation/induction training, safe manual handing, universal infection control procedures
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Relevant organisation policy, guidelines, procedures and protocols
Method of assessment:
Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting (laboratory). If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision
Observation of work activities when applying orthopaedic devices
Observation of simulation and/or role play when applying orthopaedic devises
Discussion of physical and/or behavioural contingency scenarios involving duty of care
Authenticated transcripts of relevant education/training courses
Recognition of relevant life/work experience
Questioning, written assessments/projects, e-learning can be used to assess knowledge
Authenticated reports of experience in applying orthopaedic devices (Documentation associated with performance reviews, supervisor/coordinator evaluations of work performance)
Training records associated with first aid, occupational health and safety training, orientation/induction training, safe manual handing, universal infection control procedures
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C9150 | HLTCT405B | Apply orthopaedic devices | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WD102 | HLTCT405D | Apply orthopaedic devices | Unit of competency |
