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Collect pathology specimens other than blood

Collect pathology specimens other than blood

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTPAT004
State Code
AVA01
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
100
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to confirm collection requirements, prepare client and equipment and make routine pathology specimen collections.This unit applies to any individual for whom specimen 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, Australia /New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm collection requirements
  • 1.1 Greet client courteously and identify self
  • 1.2 Identify client following organisation and regulatory procedures
  • 1.3 Confirm that client meets pre-testing criteria for required collection
  • 1.4 Obtain, interpret and accurately record personal and clinical information in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
  • 1.5 Explain collection procedure to client
  • 1.6 Obtain consent for collection procedure from client
2. Prepare for collection procedure
  • 2.1 Confirm method of collection based on correct interpretation of clinical request and organisation requirements
  • 2.2 Select equipment and prepare following organisation procedures
  • 2.3 Position client appropriately to ensure comfort and safety of both client and collector
  • 2.4 Identify when assistance may be needed and seek help if required
3. Collect specimen
  • 3.1 Adopt standard and additional infection control guidelines and precautions according to organisation documented procedure
  • 3.2 Follow documented procedures for collection of sample
  • 3.3 Use collection and clinical equipment appropriately and safely to avoid contamination of sample
  • 3.4 Observe client during and after collection for potential adverse effects and respond according to procedure
4. Follow post collection procedures
  • 4.1 Dispose of waste in accordance with infection control protocols and organisation policies and procedures
  • 4.2 Accurately label sample in front of client with time and date of collection, client details and other required information following regulatory and organisational guidelines
  • 4.3 Confirm information accuracy with client
  • 4.4 Complete other collection documentation in accordance with organisation procedures
  • 4.5 Prepare collected samples for transit or storeaccording to test and organisational requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD240 HLTPAT304D Collect pathology specimens other than blood Unit of competency
WD248 HLTPAT410D Collect pathology specimens other than blood for specialised testing Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFH92 HLTPAT009 Collect pathology specimens other than blood Unit of competency