Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
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HLTCA401C Perform electrocardiography (ECG) |
HLTPAT401D - Perform electrocardiography (ECG) |
Unit updated in V5. ISC upgrade changes to remove references to old OHS legislation and replace with references to new WHS legislation. No change to competency outcome. |
Unit Descriptor
Descriptor |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to use an electrocardiograph (ECG) machine and to provide a client's ECG trace |
Application of the Unit
Application |
Work will be performed within a prescribed range of functions involving routine and non-routine methods and procedures which require the exercise of some discretion and judgement All procedures are carried out in accordance with organisation policies and procedures, occupational health and safety policies and procedures, current infection control guidelines and Australian and New Zealand Standards for maintaining infection control All tasks are carried out in accordance with State or Territory legislative requirements |
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. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare electrocardiography machine for use |
1.1 CheckECG machine is in good working order 1.2 Store ECG leads in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications |
2. Prepare client for ECG procedure |
2.1 Receive and process the request for an ECG in accordance with organisation policy and procedures 2.2 Identify the client correctly following the organisation's guidelines for preventing client misidentification 2.3 Reassure and provide complete information regarding the ECG procedure appropriately 2.4 Involve the client fully in discussions about their treatment using language they can understand 2.5 Provide the client with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss areas of concern 2.6 Record client information 2.7 Review client medical history and address pre-existing conditions 2.8 Obtain and document consent following ethical and legal requirements |
3. Attach ECG electrodes |
3.1 Maintain the client's privacy and dignity throughout procedure 3.2 Complete preparation of client's skin for electrode placement as required 3.3 Position the client correctly and comfortably and place electrodes in accordance with client's needs and current standards 3.4 Attach leads correctly and double check lead placement 3.5 Advise supervisor or an appropriate person if you think a client may be at risk |
4. Produce an ECG trace |
4.1Produce trace and check for interference, wandering baseline and amplitude 4.2 Repeat trace if interference, increased amplitude or wandering baseline is identified 4.3 Identify and action abnormal ECG patterns which require immediate medical attention 4.4 Forward trace to cardiologist or requesting medical officer for reading 4.5 Record test details according to department and organisation procedures |
5. Complete ECG process |
5.1 Remove ECG leads and electrodes from client 5.2 Provide client with assistance as required, on completion of procedure 5.3 Clean ECG leads and electrodes on completion of procedure in accordance with infection control guidelines 5.4 Dispose of disposable ECG electrodes and other materials in accordance with waste management procedures 5.5 Store ECG machine accordance with manufacturer's specifications and WHS policies and procedures |
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: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:
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Essential skills (contd): 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:
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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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Access and equity considerations: |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment: |
Relevant organisation policy, guidelines, procedures and protocols |
Method of assessment |
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Related units: |
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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. |
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ECG machines may include: |
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Checking of equipment must include: |
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Request may come from: |
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Client information may include: |
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Client positioning may be influenced by: |
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Trace production must include: |
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Sources of interference may include: |
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Assistance for the client may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable