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Manage injuries at emergency incident

Manage injuries at emergency incident

Unit of competency
National Code
PUAEME002C
State Code
C1165
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
17/08/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/05/2010
Field of Education
069905 - Paramedical Studies
Original Release Date
12/05/2010
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers competency in more advanced emergency care and may include the use of equipment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess scene
  • 1.1 Initial assessment is made of extent and nature of emergency care required.
  • 1.2 Hazards to self and others are identified and appropriate action taken to safeguard against injury.
  • 1.3 Identify and communicate additional or specific resource requirements.
2. Assess casualty
  • 2.1 Identified injuries are managed in line with approved emergency care.
  • 2.2 Treatment is monitored, assessed and management plan amended appropriately in response to changes in condition of the casualty and/or environment.
  • 2.3 Additional or specific resources are identified.
3. Implement emergency management procedures
  • 3.1 Immediate life saving treatment is administered as determined.
  • 3.2 Signs and symptoms of shock are recognised and managed.
  • 3.3 Vital signs are monitored and recorded at regular intervals.
  • 3.4 Equipment is used according to casualty's condition, availability and to organisation's procedures.
4. Move the casualty
  • 4.1 Moving casualty to a safer location is assessed.
  • 4.2 Casualty is moved in accordance with operational standards.
  • 4.3 Continual assessment of casualty is conducted in accordance with organisation's procedures.
  • 4.4 Treatment is maintained while moving patient.
5. Complete documentation
  • 5.1 Details of casualties' condition, treatment and response to treatment are accurately recorded in line with organisation's procedures.
  • 5.2 Hand over of the casualty and records to medical personnel is conducted.
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Treatment may include:
monitor vital signs
management of shock
checking and maintaining an airway
application of spinal immobilisation techniques
applying resuscitation techniques
utilisation of oxygen
managing wounds
managing fractures
use of life saving devices
giving fluids orally
use of bandages
Equipment may include:
oxygen resuscitation
defibrillation
first aid kit
stretchers
spinal immobilisation collards
spinal immobilisation frames/devices
fracture immobilisation devices
stokes litter
Assessment may include:
environmental considerations
casualty triage
primary survey
vital signs survey
secondary survey (head to toe examination)
evacuation procedures
helicopter access
nearest land/wharf based access
Moving a casualty may include:
individually
as a member of a team
Management plan may include:
written
protocols
verbal
transmitted
Resources may include:
equipment
personnel
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in the practical demonstration of emergency care skills including:
maintaining universal hygiene precautions
accurate documentation
observation and assessment skills
correct use of life saving equipment
appropriate management techniques for emergency encountered
Consistency in performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
A real life incident, exercise or simulation, or a series of tasks are required to demonstrate competence in this unit. This may involve setting scenarios to be completed either individually or as a member of a team or as part of an interagency exercise. Written or verbal questions may be used as supporting evidence.
Specific resources for assessment
Access to first aid equipment used in general operations is essential.
Access may also be required to shore based transport, an ambulance or helicopter, depending on the context.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C6970 PUAEME002B Manage injuries at emergency incident Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAZ39 PUAEME002 Manage injuries at emergency incident Unit of competency