Assessor Resource

HLTAHA042
Assist with screening and management of nutritional risk

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Obtain written or verbal delegation for an allied health activity from the Dietitian. 
Obtain information from relevant sources and delegating Dietitian, according to organisational policy and procedures. 
Discuss and confirm with delegating Dietitian or Allied Health Professional therapy, treatment plans, programs and work health and safety (WHS) requirements. 
Identify screening tools. 
Confirm the person's need for screening. 
Consult with relevant staff before conducting the screening. 
Explain purpose and process of screening to the person and ensure their understanding. 
Obtain required resources and equipment. 
Conduct screening using language and terminology suitable to the person. 
Seek assistance if required for participation. 
Complete screening tool according to organisational protocol. 
Use screening results to determine level of risk for the person. 
Select nutrition support item or interventions based on risk assessment. 
Implement nutrition intervention in line with local dietary guideline or procedure, in collaboration with food services. 
Seek the person's feedback about the tolerance of the nutrition support intervention. 
Monitor intake according to organisational protocols. 
Seek assistance when the person presents with needs or signs outside scope of role. 
Select nutrition support item or interventions. 
Implement nutrition intervention and communicate with food services. 
Process nutrition support requirements. 
Monitor intake according to organisational procedures. 
Document screening and management activity outcomes according to organisational procedures. 
Report the person's difficulties and concerns to the delegating Dietitian. 
Discuss screening and management outcomes with delegating Dietitian. 
Implement variations to the individualised plan as delegated by the Dietitian. 
Clean equipment according to manufacturer requirements. 
Store materials and equipment according to manufacturer requirements and organisation procedures. 
Report equipment problems or faults in accordance with organisational procedures. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

HLTAHA042 - Assist with screening and management of nutritional risk
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Assessment Record Sheet

HLTAHA042 - Assist with screening and management of nutritional risk

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