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Identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection

Identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTPAT001
State Code
AVA04
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/01/2016
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise client risk factors, identify emergency situations and provide emergency or first aid response to client reactions associated with pathology specimen collection.This unit applies to any individual for whom pathology collection is part of the job role. They may be working in collection centres, in hospitals or in other health care environments.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Recognise and assess potential risk
  • 1.1 Identify potential clinical risks of performing collection procedure from review of client information in accordance with organisation procedures
  • 1.2 Assess client against pre-test criteria and determine risk in accordance with organisation procedures
  • 1.3 Identify and refer potential risk situations beyond scope of own role to appropriate person
2. Identify situations requiring emergency or first aid response
  • 2.1 Observe clients for reactions during and after collection procedure
  • 2.2 Promptly recognise signs of adverse reaction or complication
3. Respond to client reactions and complications
  • 3.1 Follow documented procedures for any reactions and complications
  • 3.2 Follow first aid protocols in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
  • 3.3 Provide clear information to client and obtain consent from client where possible
  • 3.4 Complete accurate record of incidents in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD243 HLTPAT308D Identify and respond to clinical risks associated with pathology specimen collection Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFH94 HLTPAT008 Identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection Unit of competency