Unit of competency Outline

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Provide eye health care

Provide eye health care

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAHCS013
State Code
OEO62
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/08/2023
Field of Education
061305 - Indigenous Health
Original Release Date
11/08/2023
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete eye health assessments, treat minor and emergency eye health issues and support clients with ongoing conditions. It also covers skills to provide resources and information about eye health to clients.This unit is specific to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people working as health workers or health practitioners. They work as part of a multidisciplinary primary health care team to provide primary health care services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No regulatory requirement for certification, occupational or business licensing is linked to this unit at the time of publication. For information about practitioner registration and accredited courses of study, contact the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Board of Australia (ATSIHPBA).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Complete eye health assessments.
  • 1.1. Use culturally safe and effective communication in all interactions to establish and maintain positive relationships.
  • 1.2. Obtain client health history and review client records and health plans to establish individual eye care requirements.
  • 1.3. Follow procedures for infection control and correct and safe use of optical equipment.
  • 1.4. Complete routine eye examination and visual acuity test according to scope of practice and organisational standard treatment protocols.
  • 1.5. Recognise signs of commonly occurring eye health conditions.
  • 1.6. Identify the need for further eye examination and refer clients to specialist services according to organisational procedures.
  • 1.7. Accurately document details of client history and assessments in client records according to organisational policies and procedures.
2. Treat minor eye health conditions.
  • 2.1. Explain the reason and procedures for the treatment, confirm client understanding and obtain informed consent.
  • 2.2. Implement required infection control precautions according to treatment requirements.
  • 2.3. Administer treatments according to scope of practice and organisational standard treatment protocols.
  • 2.4. Recommend and demonstrate correct use of eye medications for clients with eye infections.
  • 2.5. Use dilating and anaesthetic eye drops according to individual client needs and within scope of practice.
  • 2.6. Follow first aid procedures and organisational standard treatment protocols to address acute eye problems and injuries.
  • 2.7. Recognise situations requiring immediate emergency medical care and organise prompt assistance according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 2.8. Update client records accurately and according to organisational procedures.
3. Support clients with ongoing eye health conditions.
  • 3.1. Work within scope of practice and according to guidance provided by medical practitioner, optometrist or ophthalmologist to provide continuity of care.
  • 3.2. Facilitate links and discussions between clients and eye specialists using culturally appropriate communication and information sharing.
  • 3.4. Make minor adjustments and repairs to optical appliances.
  • 3.5. Identify and provide practical support that assists clients to access specialist eye health services.
  • 3.6. Update client records accurately and according to organisational procedures.
4. Provide resources and information about eye health.
  • 4.1. Provide culturally appropriate education resources about eye health to clients and their families.
  • 4.2. Inform clients about eye health care resources and services available in the community and state or territory.
  • 4.3. Provide information about the importance of healthy lifestyle and protection and monitoring of own eye health.
  • 4.4. Explain to clients the nature of potential complications of diseases and their impacts on eye health and vision.
  • 4.5. Use visual aids and explain basic aspects of common eye conditions and how they are treated and managed.
  • 4.6. Update client records accurately and according to organisational procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG681 HLTAHW030 Provide information and strategies in eye health Unit of competency