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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Assess general suitability to donate
   • Determine general suitability using regular blood selection criteria
   • Check blood donation history to determine donor suitability
2. Assess suitability for aphoresis donation
   • Determine age and weight limits meet donor selection criteria
   • Determine that platelet count, total protein and immunoglobulins meet donor selection criteria
   • Determine that ante-cubital veins are easily accessible in both arms
   • Check for haematological abnormality
   • Check donor recent medical history or medications and take appropriate action
3. Assess suitability for platelet aphoresis donation
   • Check that selection criteria for aphoresis donation are met
   • Determine that peripheral blood platelet counts and lymphocyte counts meet donor selection criteria
4. Determine donor willingness/ability to donate
   • Explain the donation process accurately and in a manner that meets donor needs
   • Explain risks associated with collection by aphoresis
   • Determine donor understanding of the process and risks
   • Explain timeframes
   • Document donor decision
   • Obtain signed consent form

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Essential knowledge The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of Organisation procedures and policies including SOPs Process of aphoresis donations Regulations standards and guidelines including Australian Code of Good Manufacturing Practice For Therapeutic Goods Blood and Blood Components MIMS Index of Therapeutic Agents Drugs International Travel and Health Vaccination Requirements and health Advice World Health Organisation Geneva Current edition Uses of aphoresis donations Timeframe requirements for aphoresis and platelet aphoresis donations

Essential skills It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to Apply Professional Standards of Practice ANMC code of conduct ANMC code of ethics ANMC national EnrolledDivision nurse competency standards Stateterritory Nurse Regulatory Nurses Act Stateterritory Nursing and Midwifery Regulatory Authority standards of practice Scope of nursing practice decision making framework Conduct interviews to collect all required donor information in a manner that meets the needs of the potential donor Clearly explain procedure and associated risks Clearly explain timeframes and commitment Manage information to ensure all donor information is recorded accurately Refer to donor selection guidelines and other tools when necessary Use communication skills effectively to explain the processes and requirements particularly when dealing with people found not suitable to be donors

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit	The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills Observation of performance in a work context is essential for assessment of this unit The assessment is performed in a manner that ensures privacy relieves apprehension and allows time for any necessary discussion or explanation Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of workplace situations and should occur on more than one occasion and be assessed by a registered nurse
Method of assessment	Observation in the work place if possible Written assignmentsprojects Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice Questioning
Access and equity considerations	All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities workers should be aware of cultural historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

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Range Statement

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.
Types of donation may include:	Plasma Platelet Red blood cell plasma
Donor status may include:	New Lapsed Regular
Donor records may include:	Paper-based records Computerised records
Regulations and standards may include:	Australian Code of Good Manufacturing Practice For Therapeutic Goods - Blood and Blood Components MIMS Index of Therapeutic Agents (Drugs) International Travel and Health Vaccination Requirements and health Advice, World Health Organisation, Geneva, Current edition Australian Red Cross, National Blood Transfusion Committee, Guidelines for the Selection of Blood Donors

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