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Implement a burns rehabilitation care plan

Implement a burns rehabilitation care plan

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAHW042
State Code
WG693
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/02/2014
Field of Education
061305 - Indigenous Health
Original Release Date
20/02/2014
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage and promote the ongoing physical, physiological and psychological rehabilitation of a client recovering from a burn injury. The unit applies to those Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers providing a range of primary health care services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities. 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. Assess the psychosocial impact of burn injuries on clients
  • 1.1 Respect Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people’s community values, beliefs and gender roles when assessing psychosocial impact
  • 1.2 Undertake risk assessment of the client, identifying factors which may indicate risk to themselves or the safety of others
  • 1.3 Identify the social and cultural implications of a burns injury
  • 1.4 Note possible signs of trauma and/or major mental health issues related to the burn injury
  • 1.5 Identify pre-existing factors in the individual, family and/or community that may impede or facilitate recovery and the healing process
  • 1.6 Involve family or significant others in the assessment process
2. Implement a care plan in response to psychosocial assessment
  • 2.1 Develop a care plan in consultation with the client and/or significant others, in line with organisation, community and confidentiality requirements
  • 2.2 Address client’s rehabilitation needs and findings of routine psychosocial assessment in the care plan
  • 2.3 Document care plan in line with organisation and community requirements
  • 2.4 Communicate care plan to client and/or their carer(s) and negotiate as required to encourage full understanding and agreement
  • 2.5 Take action to minimise risk of harm to self or others during implementation of care plan
  • 2.6 Support client to take a self-care approach to health in line with individual needs and organisational requirements
3. Develop scar management strategies
  • 3.1 Identify factors affecting scar formation
  • 3.2 Apply pressure garments correctly and with care
  • 3.3 Implement methods to minimise hypertrophy, increase scar pliability and protect burned skin
  • 3.4 Implement methods to prevent or minimise contracture
  • 3.5 Employ simple techniques to reduce itching
  • 3.6 Instruct the client about basic massage techniques, as appropriate
  • 3.7 Refer clients to allied health professionals, as appropriate
  • 3.8 Discuss reconstructive options with allied health professionals and clients, if relevant
4. Incorporate nutrition and exercise in care plan
  • 4.1 Explain to the client the importance of nutrition in burn recovery
  • 4.2 Develop an exercise program in consultation with health professionals that encourages movement and ambulation
  • 4.3 Instruct the client in basic exercises under the supervision of a health professional
  • 4.4 Facilitate exercise through splinting/positioning
  • 4.5 Use adaptive equipment where relevant
  • 4.6 Discuss the consequences of not following an exercise program with the client and/or carer(s)
5. Refer clients in line with care plan
  • 5.1 Identify and inform clients of community and health services that provide support to burns patients and/or their families
  • 5.2 Make referrals in line with service policy and procedures
  • 5.3 Follow-up with clients and families once referred
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