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Provide ayurvedic advice on nutrition

Provide ayurvedic advice on nutrition

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAYV404C
State Code
D5797
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
061999 - Complementary Therapies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
01/08/2011
Nominal Hours
80
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide advice on dietary modification and nutritional supplements according to an ayurvedic framework
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Manage advice
  • 1.1 Identify and explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of advice
  • 1.2 Explain use of dietary modification and management of treatment to the client
  • 1.3 Request client to monitor reactions and contact practitioner as required
  • 1.4 Ensure consent for treatment is obtained and contraindications to treatment are identified
  • 1.5 Recognise reactions to treatment (adverse or otherwise) and respond promptly if necessary
  • 1.6 Clearly explain time, location and purpose of future sessions to the client
  • 1.7 Document recommendations
  • 1.8 Provide treatment according to the treatment plan
2. Provide advice
  • 2.1 Determine the appropriateness of dietary modification and/or ayurvedic nutritional supplementation
  • 2.2 Take care to evaluate any food allergies/food sensitivities
  • 2.3 Evaluate the influence of environmental and other factors on nutritional status
  • 2.4 Evaluate cultural barriers to dietary modification and/or supplement prescription
  • 2.5 Provide advice in accordance with regulations
  • 2.6 Refer to or collaborate with other health care professionals as required
  • 2.7 Provide dietary advice within an ayurvedic nutritional framework when appropriate
3. Resource the client
  • 3.1 Educate the client in relevant and practical techniques for promotion and maintenance of optimum health, which include dietary/lifestyle modification
  • 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
4. Review advice
  • 4.1 Review progress with the client
  • 4.2 Identify and record effects of previous advice
  • 4.3 Review previous advice
  • 4.4 Evaluate the 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
C4944 HLTAYV4A Provide Ayurvedic advice on nutrition Unit of competency
C9105 HLTAYV404B Provide ayurvedic advice on nutrition Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD074 HLTAYV404D Provide ayurvedic advice on nutrition Unit of competency
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