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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Types of casts may include: | Fully circumferentialHip spicaSlabSplit cast |
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Equipment may include: | BendersHeat panPlaster trap Saw with vacuumScissorsShearsSpreadersVice |
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Materials may include: | Abduction barsBandagesCast shoesFelts/foamsHingesPlasterQuadrilateral bucketStockinettes StrappingSynthetic materialsTapesThermoplastic materialsUndercast padding |
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Relevant personnel may include: | Medical practitionersOther health professionals |
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Clients may include: | AdolescentsAdultsChildrenElderlyIn-clients/out-clientsInfants |
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Assessment of client's condition may include: | AllergiesRelevant medical historySkin condition eg oedema, blisters, pressure areas, broken skin, fragile skin |
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Precautions may include: | Loss of fracture positionLoss of soft tissue position |
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Complications may include: | Cast breakdownCast migration (due to loss of tissue bulk)Compromising related injuryFracture blistersLoss of movement/function Malalignment of boneNeurovascular complications eg pressure areasReduced range of movement/function of jointSecondary infectionWound breakdown |
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Clients specific needs may include: | AgeFunctional requirements or restrictionsMobilisation difficulties or restrictionsPhysical anomaliesReligious and cultural beliefs |
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Modifications of cast may include: | Converting eg completion, additionReinforcingRepadSplitting/bi-valvingTighteningTrimmingWedgeWindows |
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Documentation may include: | Appliance hire documentationAppointment forms and booksCast check forms Client recordsWork log books |
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Advice given to clients may include: | Cast, splint and brace careLimb careMobilisation exercises/routinesOedema control |
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Appropriate support may include: | Arrangement of educational materialInstructions for seeking advice if requiredOrganisation of walking aids e.g. crutches, wheelchairsReferral to appropriate health professional Review client's social situation in relation to their ability to self care with a cast |