Assessment Requirements for HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation

Release: 4

Assessment Requirements for HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 4	Updated mapping information. Changes to assessment requirements. Equivalent outcome.
Release 3	Updated mapping information. Equivalent outcome
Release 2	Updated mapping information.
Release 1	This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 1.0 and meets the requirements of the New Standards for Training Packages. Significant changes to elements and performance criteria, changes to scope of unit. Removal of embedded content from HLTFA404C. Removal of analgesic gases. New evidence requirements for assessment. Removal of prerequisite unit

Performance Evidence

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role.

The demonstrated evidence is performed in line within state/territory regulations, first aid codes of practice, Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines and workplace procedures.

Followed DRSABCD in line with ARC guidelines, including:

performed at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (5 cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor

performed at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface

performed at least 2 minutes of bag-valve-mask ventilation and at least 2 minutes of compression on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor

responded appropriately in the event of regurgitation or vomiting

managed the unconscious breathing casualty

followed the prompts of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

followed single rescue procedure, including the demonstration of a rotation of operators with minimal interruptions to compressions

conducted a visual and verbal secondary survey assessment of the casualty

assessed vital signs (respirations, pulse and temperature)

responded to at least three simulated first aid scenarios contextualised to the candidate’s workplace/community setting, including:

demonstrated safe manual handling techniques

clearing the airway using a suction device

post-incident debrief and evaluation

provided an accurate verbal and written report of the incident

selected and inserted an oropharyngeal airway adjunct

administered oxygen to an unconscious/conscious casualty, including:

selected and prepared correct oxygen equipment

administered oxygen safely at correct flow rate

monitored and coordinated maintenance of resuscitation equipment

dismantling

storage

disposal

cleaning and decontamination

checking and diagnosis of faults

located and interpreted workplace policies and procedures

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

State/Territory regulations, first aid codes of practice and workplace procedures including:

ARC guidelines relevant to provision of CPR

guidelines of Australian national peak clinical bodies

safe work practices to deal with risks and potential hazards including manual handling, hazardous substances, dangerous goods and chemicals

infection control principles and procedures, including use of standard precautions

requirements for currency of skill and knowledge

legal, workplace or community considerations including:

awareness of potential need for stress-management techniques and available support following an emergency situation

capabilities of emergency management services

consent

duty of care requirements

importance of debriefing

legal requirements of administration of medication and the rights and responsibilities of the First Aider in the workplace regarding medication

own skills and limitations

privacy and confidentiality requirements

respectful behaviour towards a casualty

considerations when performing resuscitation including:

airway obstruction due to body position

appropriate duration and cessation of CPR

appropriate use of an AED

assessment and interpretation of vital signs (respirations, temperature and pulse)

benefits, contraindications and complications with the use of an oropharyngeal airway

chain of survival

how to conduct a visual and verbal secondary survey assessment

standard precautions

considerations when providing supplementary oxygen, including:

benefits, contraindications and complications of providing oxygen to a casualty and of providing suction during the application of advanced resuscitation techniques

complications with the use of a bag-valve-mask device and suitable strategies to minimise these

selection and operation of oxygen masks and other appropriate delivery devices

basic anatomy, physiology and toxicology as it relates to the provision of advanced resuscitation, including:

basic electrical activity associated with normal and abnormal heart rhythm

how to recognise a person is not breathing normally

relevant organs of the cardio pulmonary system and their operation

response/level of consciousness

upper airway and effect of positional change

methods for cleaning, replenishing, recharging and maintaining resuscitation and oxygen equipment including:

actions to rectify problems

procedures to ensure operational readiness

storage, cleaning, decontamination and safe disposal of consumables

troubleshooting to identify minor and major faults

Assessment Conditions

Skills must be demonstrated working individually in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, industry-validated scenarios and simulations to assess candidates’ skills and knowledge.

Assessment resources must include:

adult and infant resuscitation manikins in line with ARC Guidelines for the purpose of assessment of CPR procedures

airway model suitable for insertion of an oropharyngeal airway

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training device.

bag-valve-mask

oropharyngeal airway adjunct

oxygen resuscitation system with oxygen cylinder

selection of oxygen masks with tubing; nasal cannula, therapy mask, resuscitation mask with oxygen port

thermometer

suction device

workplace incident, injury, trauma or illness record or other appropriate workplace incident report form.

Simulated assessment environments must simulate the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion volumes from the CS&HISC website - http://www.cshisc.com.au