Assessor Resource
SIRCHCS411
Advise on wound care products and self-care
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit applies to community pharmacy employees working as pharmacy assistants or dispensary assistants. Pharmacy assistants work directly with customers and may suggest Pharmacy Medicines or unscheduled medicines for wound care management. In situations where customers require referral to a pharmacist for therapeutic advice, or where the supply of Pharmacist Only Medicines or products is required, the pharmacy assistant gathers information, refers the customer on, and then supports the pharmacist by finalising the supply of medicines and products.
A person undertaking this role is required to work under the supervision of a pharmacist.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to evaluate wound type and appearance, provide information to customers on suitable wound care products, and advise on self-care practices that will assist customers in wound care management.
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