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Diagnose conditions within an Ayurvedic framework

Diagnose conditions within an Ayurvedic framework

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAYV007
State Code
AVA55
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
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to complete a critical analysis of case information and make the diagnosis according to Ayurvedic principles. It includes the requirement for the practitioner to assess whether the case falls within their scope of practice.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. Analyse case information
  • 1.1 Prioritise different aspects of case information based on vikruti, agni, ama, srotarodha and principles of shat kriyakala
  • 1.2 Analyse signs and symptoms using established Ayurvedic methodology
  • 1.3 Avoid prejudiced or premature conclusions through use of thorough and objective analysis
  • 1.4 Correlate Ayurvedic physical, mental and emotional health assessment findings with case history
  • 1.5 Assess clinical disease according to signs and symptoms of condition, and results of investigations
  • 1.6 Seek further information where analysis indicates need for further information
  • 1.7 Recognise situations where analysis indicates the case falls outside the practitioner’s capability and make appropriate recommendations and referrals
2. Make diagnosis
  • 2.1 Use professional judgment to draw sound conclusions and make a diagnosis and prognosis from the case taken and data collected
  • 2.2 Determine causative factors of diseases at physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels
  • 2.3 Determine the samprapti (pathogenesis in Ayurveda)
  • 2.4 Determine the different stages of progression of disease
  • 2.5 Confirm the condition according to Ayurvedic stage and related implications
3. Confirm diagnosis with client
  • 3.1 Discuss assessment and rationale with client
  • 3.2 Communicate relevant information from medical or diagnostic reports where appropriate
  • 3.3 Clarify any discrepancies between the practitioner’s and client’s perception of the condition
  • 3.4 Assign and agree priorities in consultation with the client
  • 3.5 Discuss referral options with the client according to individual needs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5807 HLTAYV609C Perform ayurvedic health assessment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWK2 HLT62615 Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda Qualification