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Conduct comprehensive medical grade footwear assessments for clients with footwear-related medical conditions

Conduct comprehensive medical grade footwear assessments for clients with footwear-related medical conditions

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTMF6001A
State Code
W7400
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Original Release Date
16/07/2011
Nominal Hours
80
Field of Education
030109 - Footwear Making
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to conduct comprehensive medical grade footwear assessments for clients with footwear-related medical conditions (includes high complexity and risk conditions). It encompasses skills and knowledge used in the collection and analysis of information from clients, carers and health or medical professionals and the assessment of the foot or foot-related condition in order to provide the necessary information to develop and modify medical grade footwear and orthoses or part foot prostheses.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Provide potential client with information about services and products
  • 1.1 Services and products provided are outlined and general estimates of costs of services and products are provided
  • 1.2 Possible subsidised funding options for services or products are presented to client
  • 1.3 Client is provided with estimate of time required to conduct assessment and the general procedures associated with the assessment
  • 1.4 Client is advised on general and medical documentation and footwear and orthoses required for assessment
  • 1.5 Suitable appointment time and location for assessment are negotiated and confirmed
  • 1.6 Client's current walking condition and need for assistance in attending assessment are discussed
2 Interpret prescription or referral information
  • 2.1 Prescriptions and referrals are reviewed to determine action to be taken
  • 2.2 Health, medical professionals or agencies are contacted to clarify issues or to obtain further information
3 Obtain pertinent personal and medical information from client
  • 3.1 General health status and personal information is obtained to establish client profile
  • 3.2 Detailed information is obtained regarding client medical history and present health status and condition
  • 3.3 Information is recorded accurately and completely to assist in determining possible plans of action
4 Observe general physical and emotional state of client and implement supportive actions
  • 4.1 Degree of mobility and level of assistance and support required by client are noted
  • 4.2 Client discomfort is minimised by providing walking aids or transport devices, as required
  • 4.3 A friendly and empathic communication style is used to reassure client and reduce anxiety or stress
  • 4.4 Other physical characteristics of client that may have an affect on future plans of action are noted
  • 4.5 The assessment environment complies with professional and accepted community standards for client comfort and privacy and OHS practices
  • 4.6 Other suitably qualified professionals are consulted with, if necessary to discuss concerns or issues arising from client physical or emotional state
5 Identify client's needs and expectations
  • 5.1 Client lifestyle and work needs are identified
  • 5.2 Client personal short- and long-term goals are identified
  • 5.3 Client expectations related to services and products to be provided are discussed and agreement reached between client and service provider
  • 5.4 Client questions about short- and long-term improvement in condition are answered honestly and frankly
  • 5.5 Client general suitability for service and products are determined and options discussed with client and medical or health professionals, as required
6 Conduct physical assessment of foot and lower limb
  • 6.1 Physical examination of foot and lower limb is carried out and prescription and referral information compared with findings, if appropriate
  • 6.2 Presence and extent of medical conditions of foot and lower limb are identified, including types and grades of any skin conditions that may affect the provision of medical grade footwear and orthoses
  • 6.3 Range of motion of foot and lower limb, function of muscles and joints, status of joints, and other factors and abnormalities that affect the functioning of the foot are assessed against established norms
  • 6.4 Information is recorded accurately and completely
7 Carry out measurements on foot, footwear and orthoses
  • 7.1 Appropriate measurement techniques are selected based on client's presenting medical problem
  • 7.2 Direct and representation measurements are taken related to shape and size of foot
  • 7.3 Gait analysis is performed to obtain baseline data of client's walk pattern, including any deviation from norms and lower back and pelvic consequences of client's gait
  • 7.4 Supplementary measurement techniques are used to confirm primary findings or to provide additional data
  • 7.5 Trial fit is conducted using commercial or client's footwear
  • 7.6 Footwear and orthoses are examined and measurements taken, as necessary
  • 7.7 Measurements are recorded within prescribed levels of accuracy
  • 7.8 Data derived from measurements is analysed and results recorded in client file using established procedures
8 Work collaboratively with other health professionals
  • 8.1 Roles and functions of other service providers are recognised and acknowledged within accepted ethical standards
  • 8.2 Health care professionals and other service providers are consulted, as appropriate, and in accordance with relevant legislation, for information, advice, assistance or cooperation
  • 8.3 Clients are fully advised as to indications and reasons for referral
  • 8.4 Client consent to release relevant information to other professionals or service providers is documented
  • 8.5 Client information is provided to other health professionals or service providers, in accordance with medico-legal requirements and ethics related to confidentiality
  • 8.6 Outcome of referral process is communicated to initiating practitioner or service provider, verbally or in writing
9 Develop a management plan and seek approval of client and other parties to implement plan
  • 9.1 All information provided by client, health professionals or agencies and measurements are analysed and prioritised to provide the basis for a plan of action
  • 9.2 Plan of action is formulated and options are presented to the client, in consultation with carers, health professionals or agencies, where necessary
  • 9.3 Client is allocated sufficient time to consult with other parties to make an informed decision about proposed plan of action
  • 9.4 Specifications are developed that reflect client needs, and current medical condition, and feasibility to produce footwear or orthoses
  • 9.5 Agreement is reached with client, and other parties if necessary, regarding costs, timelines and payment schedules to implement plan of action
  • 9.6 Prior to commencement of any stage of the plan of action, client is provided with a briefing to ensure complete understanding of processes, procedures and expected outcomes
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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Client may include people
referred for assessment by medical or health care professionals
making direct contact
Assessment may:
include the initial meeting of client and practitioner, ongoing during development of medical grade footwear and orthoses and as part of follow-up or regular client review
need to be verified by suitably qualified medical and health professionals to confirm the level and status of foot-related medical condition to be treated
Assessment environment may include:
on-site at enterprise
in a hospital or community health care centre
at a residential aged care or disability facility
at client or carer home
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
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 the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
communicate with clients and carers in a manner consistent with the client's level of understanding of processes and procedures
liaise and consult with medical and allied health professionals
conduct physical examinations of the foot and lower limbs and obtain measurements
analyse gait and measure deviations from norms
identify client's gait, the relationship to different foot and leg muscles and any lower back and pelvic twists
identify requirement for referral to medical practitioner or other health professional
record and document measurements and other test results
use problem-solving approach to make decisions related to medical grade footwear or orthoses options
develop a plan of action and management plan
comply with the principles and standards of 'duty of care'
observe ethical standards of client confidentiality
follow up and review client's progress
perform administrative tasks associated with maintaining client records, financial record keeping and filing and storing client's foot tracings, impressions or casts
establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues
identify limitation of own knowledge and skills and make referral to more appropriate service providers as required
clear, accurate and relevant communication, written and verbal, which meets professional and ethical standards
achieve multi-disciplinary collaboration and input when indicated
recognise primary accountability and responsibility for client
apply OHS policies in work operations
maintain accurate records
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
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