Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MSL974036 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Process body fluid specimens using a point of care testing device

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSL974036 - Process body fluid specimens using a point of care testing device
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Complete pre-analytics
  • Confirm correct patient identification in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Identify collection method and confirm specimen type has been approved for testing based on manufacturer requirements and workplace procedures
  • Recognise and reject specimens that do not meet specimen quality requirements
       
Element: Prepare and operate PoCT device
  • Prepare PoCT device for operation in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Follow workplace procedures for traceability of operator and patient
  • Maintain test integrity through appropriate handling of consumables
  • Perform tests in accordance with workplace procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements for infection prevention
  • Dispose of waste in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Identify and troubleshoot result flags and errors in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Identify and report device errors that are outside area of responsibility and refer to designated person, providing relevant supporting information
       
Element: Review and document results
  • Review results against reference intervals and reportable range
  • Identify abnormal, clinically urgent and erroneous results, taking action in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Accurately record results in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Maintain device readiness
  • Clean and decontaminate devices in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Identify, address and document minor device maintenance tasks in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Identify stock stability and storage requirements, taking any actions that result in maintenance of stock availability and integrity
  • Perform routine quality-control tests in accordance with workplace procedures
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Confirm correct patient identification in accordance with workplace procedures 
Identify collection method and confirm specimen type has been approved for testing based on manufacturer requirements and workplace procedures 
Recognise and reject specimens that do not meet specimen quality requirements 
Prepare PoCT device for operation in accordance with workplace procedures 
Follow workplace procedures for traceability of operator and patient 
Maintain test integrity through appropriate handling of consumables 
Perform tests in accordance with workplace procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements for infection prevention 
Dispose of waste in accordance with workplace procedures 
Identify and troubleshoot result flags and errors in accordance with workplace procedures 
Identify and report device errors that are outside area of responsibility and refer to designated person, providing relevant supporting information 
Review results against reference intervals and reportable range 
Identify abnormal, clinically urgent and erroneous results, taking action in accordance with workplace procedures 
Accurately record results in accordance with workplace procedures 
Clean and decontaminate devices in accordance with workplace procedures 
Identify, address and document minor device maintenance tasks in accordance with workplace procedures 
Identify stock stability and storage requirements, taking any actions that result in maintenance of stock availability and integrity 
Perform routine quality-control tests in accordance with workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSL974036 - Process body fluid specimens using a point of care testing device
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Assessment Record Sheet

MSL974036 - Process body fluid specimens using a point of care testing device

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