Assessment Requirements for HLTAHA049 Recognise impact of health conditions

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Assessment Requirements for HLTAHA049 Recognise impact of health conditions

Modification History

Not applicable.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

obtain, interpret and use knowledge of the human body and healthy functioning in the workplace or in simulation to:

recognise impacts of health conditions of at least two different people presenting with different conditions

provide information to two people and the delegating health professionals in different situations.

perform the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 120 hours of allied health assistance work. At least 60% of this work must be carried out in an allied health workplace. The remaining 40% may be carried out in a simulated environment, if an allied health workplace is unavailable.

Knowledge Evidence

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

purpose of anatomy and physiology in Allied Health Assistant practice:

basic anatomical and physiological aspects of therapy activity

processes for providing feedback before, during and on completion of delegated therapy activity

processes for communicating effectively with treating health professionals

national framework for advance care planning

health information and related terminology

role of delegation, process for delegation of tasks and impact on scope of role

anatomy and physiology relating to allied health disciplines

organisation of the cells, tissues and organs

basic structure and functions of the body systems and associated components, including:

cardiovascular system

respiratory system

musculoskeletal system

endocrine system

gastrointestinal system

urinary system

reproductive system

integumentary system

lymphatic system

nervous system

immune system

principles of homeostasis and the relationship between homeostatic imbalance and disease

interaction between body systems to maintain homeostasis

common examples of homeostasis including:

maintenance of normal body temperature

fluid and electrolyte balance

elimination of wastes

maintenance of normal blood pressure levels

maintenance of normal blood glucose levels

common measures of a person’s health status including:

body temperature

pulse rate

respiration rate

blood pressure

blood glucose levels

anatomical terms of location:

medial and lateral

anterior and posterior

superior and inferior

proximal and distal

superficial and deep

common conditions and illnesses on body systems including:

diabetes

cardiovascular diseases

musculoskeletal conditions

neurological conditions

cancer

obesity

malnutrition

organisational documentation processes

work health and safety (WHS)

common screening and assessment tools used in allied health therapy to determine health, wellbeing and function

impact of ageing on body systems

disability and physical health

mental health issues & physical health

credible sources of information about human anatomy and physiology and common health issues.

Assessment Conditions

Skills may be demonstrated in the workplace, or in a simulated environment, as per the conditions outlined in the performance evidence.

Assessment must ensure:

access to suitable facilities, equipment and resources that reflect real working conditions and model industry operating conditions and contingencies

access to individualised plans and any relevant equipment outlined in the plan

access to organisational policies and procedures

opportunities for engagement with real people accessing allied health services.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations requirements for assessors, and:

be a Certificate IV qualified Allied Health Assistant with a minimum of three years of professional experience in allied health services; or

a registered Allied Health Professional.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705