Perform specialised procedures

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver HLTSL506C, 'Perform specialised procedures'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Perform specialised procedures' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare client and environment for procedure

1.1 Verify request for procedure

1.2 Review client's medical records for polysomnographic (PSG) results

1.3 Review and action client's pathology results as required

1.4 Provide correct environment for procedure

1.5 Ensure equipment and materials selected are clean and in working order

1.6 Reassure and explain procedure to client and obtain client consent/agreement as required

1.7 Provide opportunities for client to ask questions and discuss areas of concern

1.8 Instruct client to complete pre-procedure questionnaire

2. Attach monitoring equipment

2.1 Utilise personal protective equipment in accordance with standard and additional precautions

2.2 Conduct head measurement to verify sites for electrode placement according to current standards and organisation policies and procedures

2.3 Prepare client's skin for the application of electrodes in accordance with infection control guidelines and client needs

2.4 Position and apply correctly electrodes according to current standards and organisation policies and procedures

2.5 Attach electrodes to headbox

3. Perform procedure

3.1 Instruct client to begin

3.2 Perform required polygraph and client calibrations

3.3 Complete document at commencement of procedure in accordance with organisation policies and procedures

3.4 Recognise and note sleep stages according to criteria

3.5 Monitor and document client's behaviour throughout procedure

3.6 Determine contraindicated behaviour and provide intervention, as required

3.7 Identify and respond to clinical emergencies in accordance with organisation emergency procedures

4. End procedure

4.1 End procedure according to recommended guidelines

4.2 Remove leads and electrodes from client and wash off paste/gel

4.3 Provide client with assistance as required, on completion of the procedure

4.4 Instruct client to complete post-procedure questionnaire

4.5 Confirm timely follow up with referring doctor for results

4.6 Clean and store electrodes in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines

4.7 Dispose of disposable electrodes and other materials in accordance with waste management procedures

4.8 Re stock equipment and materials

4.9 Clean and restore environment

4.10 Complete, print and present report to specialist for review


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTSL506C appears in the following qualifications:

  • HLT50907 - Diploma of Sleep Technology