Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Descriptor |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform home based assessments as an adjunct to sleep studies and to assist in the provision of a report for diagnostic purposes |
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 These procedures are commonly conducted by hospital based sleep units, private consultancy rooms, and day procedure centres All activities are carried out in accordance with organisation policies, procedures and infection control guidelines |
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
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare client for procedure |
1.1 Verify request for procedure verified 1.2 Review client's medical records and action relevant results as required 1.3 Review client's pathology results and action as required 1.4 Reassure client, explain procedure and obtain client consent/agreement as required 1.5 Provide opportunities for client ask questions and discuss areas of concern 1.6 Instruct client on the use of the equipment |
2. Prepare equipment and materials for procedure |
2.1 Ensure equipment and materials selected are clean and in working order 2.2 Perform required equipment calibrations 2.3 Complete documentation at commencement of procedure in accordance with organisation policies and procedures |
3. Complete overnight procedure |
3.1 Terminate recording 3.2 Remove EEG leads and electrodes from client and wash paste/gel off 3.3 Provide client with assistance as required, on completion of the procedure 3.4 Ascertain and document client's assessment of their sleep quality 3.5 Provide reassurance to client 3.6 Confirm timely follow up with referring doctor for results 3.7 Clean, disinfect and store equipment according to organisation policy and procedure, infection control guidelines and manufacturer's instructions 3.8 Re stock equipment and materials 3.9 Clean and restore environment |
4. Restore equipment |
4.1 Store leads are stored in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines 4.2 Dispose of disposable electrodes and other materials in accordance with waste management procedures, taking into account opportunities to address waste minimisation, environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues 4.3 Re stock equipment and materials |
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 : It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:
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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Context of and specific resources for assessment : |
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Method of assessment : |
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Access and equity considerations : |
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Related units : |
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related units:
Holistic assessment practice with other health services units of competency is encouraged |
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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Clients may include : |
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Procedure may include : |
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Relevant results may include : |
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Action in response to client's pathology results may include : |
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Equipment and materials may include : |
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Post -procedure questionnaire may include : |
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Report must include : |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable