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Select and advise on Ayurvedic medicines - dravyaguna

Select and advise on Ayurvedic medicines - dravyaguna

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAYV010
State Code
AVA51
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
061999 - Complementary Therapies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
140
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine an Ayurvedic medicine treatment strategy based on an existing diagnosis, provide relevant advice to the client and complete treatment documentation.This unit applies to Ayurvedic practitioners working with clients to address specific therapeutic needs.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. Determine treatment strategy
  • 1.1 Determine the treatment strategy, prognosis and therapeutic expectations according to the diagnosis, client needs and stage of life
  • 1.2 Determine contraindications to treatment and modify treatment strategy accordingly
  • 1.3 Consider treatment and advice information provided by other health care professionals
  • 1.4 Evaluate the impact of disease phase or stage on treatment selection
  • 1.5 Take into consideration possible client compliance issues in specific treatment options
  • 1.6 Select medicines and administration method based on prakruti, vikruti, agni, seasons, ojas & strength of client
2. Provide advice and resources to the client
  • 2.1 Clearly explain treatment rationale and expectations
  • 2.2 Provide clear instructions for taking medicines, and negotiate if required
  • 2.3 Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment
  • 2.4 Negotiate the management of selected Ayurvedic medicines in relation to any other current medicines
  • 2.5 Request client to monitor responses to the supplementsand to contact practitioner as required
  • 2.6 Clarify and agree responsibilities of practitioner and client within the treatment plan
  • 2.7 Explain and agree treatment evaluation strategies
3. Complete treatment documentation
  • 3.1 Document accurate details of Ayurvedic medicines to be provided
  • 3.2 Accurately record details of treatment recommendations in client file
  • 3.3 Record arrangements for treatment review according to clinic guidelines
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State Code National Code Title Type
AWK2 HLT62615 Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda Qualification