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Construct, adapt and install pressure management systems

Construct, adapt and install pressure management systems

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTART409B
State Code
D5789
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
039903 - Biomedical Engineering
Original Release Date
01/08/2011
Nominal Hours
80
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required in technical support of selection and to install and construct support surfaces for the management of soft tissue integrity
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine support surface requirements
  • 1.1 Consider equipment prescription or instructions from relevant health professionals and confirm that all required technical information has been provided
  • 1.2 Discuss and agree upon requirements with client and relevant health professional
2. Select an appropriate support surface
  • 2.1 Select custom support system to meet client requirements in consultation with relevant health professionals
  • 2.2 Consider technical aspects of the seating system in terms of applicability for effectiveness of pressure management and compliance with applicable guidelines
  • 2.3 Document specifications for construction and selection in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
3. Manufacture support system
  • 3.1 Select appropriate materials
  • 3.2 Manufacture and/or modify support system in accordance with OHS requirements, relevant standards and organisation procedures
4. Install pressure cushion and/or pressure management components in a wheelchair
  • 4.1 Install seating system in accordance with OHS requirements, relevant standards and organisation procedures
  • 4.2 Assist with instructing clients and relevant others in the correct servicing and maintenance of the pressure management system
5. Evaluate pressure management support systems
  • 5.1 Measure soft tissue interface pressures at support surfaces
  • 5.2 Establish, maintain and store client files in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9097 HLTART409A Construct, adapt and install pressure management systems Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD069 HLTART409C Construct, adapt and install pressure management systems Unit of competency
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