Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
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This unit of competency describes the basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology required to recognise body systems and their components and to identify and refer alterations associated with the functioning of the human body in the context of health care work |
Application of the Unit
Application |
The application of knowledge and skills described in this competency unit may relate to functions such as client questioning and documentation of information, such as medical history, using a structured technique or pro forma for gathering and recording information Functions at this level require a broad overview of healthy functioning of the human body and practical aspects of disease management |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements define the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
The Performance Criteria specify the level of performance required to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Terms in italics are elaborated in the Range Statement. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Apply knowledge of the basic structure of the healthy human body |
1.1 Use accepted health terminology to describe the normal structure, function and location of the major body systems 1.2 Apply a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of maintaining a healthy body 1.3 Work with knowledge of the major components of each body system and their location in relation to other structures |
2. Apply basic knowledge of factors that support healthy functioning of the body |
2.1 Work with a basic understanding of how to maintain the whole body in an overall state of health 2.2 Work with a basic understanding of the relationships between body systems required to support healthy functioning |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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:
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Essential skills : The candidate must demonstrate the ability to 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:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit : |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment : |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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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Major body systems include : |
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Processes , conditions and resources required by the body to support healthy functioning may include but are not limited to : |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable