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

Anatomy and physiology related to sleep studies

Basic understanding of outcome of sleep study

Confidentiality requirements of client information

Infection control policies including standard and additional precautions relevant to sleep studies

International system as standard for electrode placement and modified systems and other polygraphic placements

Normal range of baseline observations

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Apply knowledge of boundaries of responsibilities and refer problems to supervisor or other appropriate health professional

Communicate effectively with clientscarers in relation to the procedure and manage clients anxiety level

Comply with policies and procedures including those of OHS and infection control

Demonstrate all steps that must be taken to ensure equipment is safe and functioning correctly

Identify and manage all forms of interference with trace

In addition the candidate must be able 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

Correctly prepare skin

Measure for the placement of electrodes and sensors to achieve a polysomnographic recording of diagnostic quality

Correctly place electrodes according to international system

Attach electrodes and leads and other polygraphic variables correctly

Solve problems including an ability to use available resources

Deal with conflict

Work with others and display empathy with client and relatives

Use reading and writing skillsliteracy competence required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation The level of skill required involves reading and documenting clinical information and understanding complex policy and procedure manuals

Use oral communication skillslanguage competence required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation Assessors should look for skills in asking questions providing clear information listening to and understanding workplace instructions and clarifying workplace instructions when necessary Effective verbal and non verbal communication skills with a range of internal and external persons are essential Organisation may require competence in English or a community language depending on client group

Use numeracy skills ranging from the ability to complete basic arithmetic calculations recording stock levels and statistical information

Communicate with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

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

Where for reasons of safety space or access to equipment and resources assessment takes place away from the workplace the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible

Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Relevant organisation policy guidelines procedures and protocols

Method of assessment

Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting laboratory If successful a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision

Observation of work activities when preparing clients for sleep study

Observation of simulation andor role play when an preparing clients for sleep study

Discussion of physical andor behavioural contingency scenarios involving duty of care

Authenticated transcripts of relevant educationtraining courses

Recognition of relevant lifework experience

Questioning written assessmentsprojects elearning can be used to assess knowledge

Authenticated reports of experience in preparing clients for sleep study Documentation associated with performance reviews supervisorcoordinator evaluations of work performance

Training records associated with First Aid OH Safety training OrientationInduction Training Safe Manual Handing Universal infection control procedures

Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice

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

Related units

This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related units

HLTSLC Prepare environment to perform sleep studies

HLTSL401C Prepare environment to perform sleep studies

HLTSLC Perform diagnostic sleep study

HLTSL403C Perform diagnostic sleep study

HLTSLC Perform treatment sleep study

HLTSL404C Perform treatment sleep study

Holistic assessment practice with other health services units of competency is encouraged

Clients may include:

Client details may include:

Explanation of procedure may include:

Client's carer may include:

Baseline observations may include:

Special needs may include:

Client's suitability may include:

Personal protective equipment may include:

Positioning of monitoring equipment for other physiological measurement may include:

Types of electrophysiological monitoring requiring positioning and application of electrodes may include:

Monitoring equipment may include: