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HLTAHA006
Assist with basic foot hygiene

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with basic foot hygiene under the direction of a podiatrist, including skin and nail care and applying dressings, padding and cushioning.

This unit applies to allied health assistants and should be performed under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect or remote) of an allied health professional.

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for basic foot hygiene

1.1 Interpret and respond to client podiatry care plan and occasion of care requirements as prescribed by supervising podiatrist

1.2 Determine client availability according to organisation protocols

1.3 Gather necessary equipment

1.4 Undertake steps to meet infection control requirements

1.5 Prepare for basic foot hygiene to comply with legislation, regulatory and organisation/practice requirements

2. Perform basic foot hygiene

2.1 Explain to the client the purpose, rationale and requirements of the foot hygiene session

2.2 Determine the client’s understanding of the purpose, rationale and requirements of each part of the foot hygiene session

2.3 Identify any condition indicating the client is at high risk that requires podiatrist attention

2.4 Assist client in and out of any shoes, socks and/or hosiery

2.5 Position the client prior to foot hygiene session to reduce risk to provider and client

2.6 Implement necessary infection control measures

2.7 Perform basic foot hygiene according to the directions of the podiatrist and using appropriate infection control precautions, especially in relation to air borne particles

2.8 Apply appropriate dressings to any skin breaks which might result from treatment

2.9 Provide feedback that reinforces the podiatrist’s advice

2.10 Identify and manage client compliance issues

2.11 Work with client to determine and plan any follow up requirements and dates

2.12 Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority

2.13 Report client difficulties to the supervising podiatrist

3. Apply padding and cushioning as prescribed by the supervising podiatrist

3.1 Explain to the client the purpose and rationale of the dressing, padding or cushioning

3.2 Determine the client’s understanding of the purpose and rationale of the dressing, padding or cushioning

3.3 Correctly position the client

3.4 Implement necessary infection control measures, including disposal of used padding and cushioning according to infection control protocols

3.5 Apply padding and cushioning according to directions of podiatrist

3.6 Provide feedback that reinforces the podiatrist’s advice

3.7 Identify and manage client compliance issues

3.8 Work with client to determine and plan any follow up requirements and dates

3.9 Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority

3.10 Report client difficulties to the supervising podiatrist

4. Comply with supervisory requirements

4.1 Provide podiatry assistance according to the instruction of treating podiatrist

4.2 Provide client progress feedback to the treating podiatrist

4.3 Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating podiatrist

4.4 Implement variations to the podiatry care according to the advice of the treating podiatrist

5. Clean and store equipment

5.1 Collect, handle, manage and dispose of biological waste material according to organisation guidelines and infection control requirements

5.2 Prepare equipment for sterilisation according to manufacturer and organisation requirements

5.3 Store equipment according to manufacturers requirements and organisation protocols

5.4 Report equipment faults to appropriate person

6. Document client information

6.1 Document occasion of basic foot hygiene according to organisation requirements

6.2 Document referral to supervising podiatrist

6.3 Use appropriate terminology to document symptomatic expression of identified problems

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. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

assisted with basic foot hygiene to at least 3 clients, 1 in a simulated environment and 2 in the workplace, including:

cutting and filing nails

identifying pathological nail and skin conditions

applying simple wound dressings to at least 3 different conditions

applying padding and cushioning to at least 3 different conditions

applying medicaments, including:

emollients

astringents

moisturisers

antiseptics

applied a wound dressing for an iatrogenic wound

safely and effectively used podiatry instruments and electrical equipment, including an electric drill

performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 120 hours of work

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:

client treatment plans or foot care plan

goals and limitations of podiatry intervention and variations in podiatry conditions

basic anatomy and physiology of the foot, including medical terminology, structure and functioning of the skin and integuments, and basic understanding of foot pathology

the function of medicaments:

emollients

astringents

moisturisers

antiseptics

principles and protocols of:

aseptic technique

foot hygiene

organisation policy and procedures in relation to:

infection control

record keeping and reporting

other specific organisation procedures, including supervisory and reporting protocols

legal and ethical considerations relevant to allied health:

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

duty of care

work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations of self and other allied health team members and nursing, medical and other personnel

work health and safety (WHS):

manual handling, including identification and control of manual task risk factors

All aspects of the performance evidence must have been demonstrated using simulation prior to being demonstrated in a therapeutic workplace under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect, remote) as determined by the podiatrist.

The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

individualised plans and any relevant equipment outlined in the plan

podiatry instruments and electrical equipment including:

wound dressings

padding and cushioning

medicaments

electric drill

modelling of industry operating conditions and contingencies, including provision of services to real people

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for basic foot hygiene

1.1 Interpret and respond to client podiatry care plan and occasion of care requirements as prescribed by supervising podiatrist

1.2 Determine client availability according to organisation protocols

1.3 Gather necessary equipment

1.4 Undertake steps to meet infection control requirements

1.5 Prepare for basic foot hygiene to comply with legislation, regulatory and organisation/practice requirements

2. Perform basic foot hygiene

2.1 Explain to the client the purpose, rationale and requirements of the foot hygiene session

2.2 Determine the client’s understanding of the purpose, rationale and requirements of each part of the foot hygiene session

2.3 Identify any condition indicating the client is at high risk that requires podiatrist attention

2.4 Assist client in and out of any shoes, socks and/or hosiery

2.5 Position the client prior to foot hygiene session to reduce risk to provider and client

2.6 Implement necessary infection control measures

2.7 Perform basic foot hygiene according to the directions of the podiatrist and using appropriate infection control precautions, especially in relation to air borne particles

2.8 Apply appropriate dressings to any skin breaks which might result from treatment

2.9 Provide feedback that reinforces the podiatrist’s advice

2.10 Identify and manage client compliance issues

2.11 Work with client to determine and plan any follow up requirements and dates

2.12 Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority

2.13 Report client difficulties to the supervising podiatrist

3. Apply padding and cushioning as prescribed by the supervising podiatrist

3.1 Explain to the client the purpose and rationale of the dressing, padding or cushioning

3.2 Determine the client’s understanding of the purpose and rationale of the dressing, padding or cushioning

3.3 Correctly position the client

3.4 Implement necessary infection control measures, including disposal of used padding and cushioning according to infection control protocols

3.5 Apply padding and cushioning according to directions of podiatrist

3.6 Provide feedback that reinforces the podiatrist’s advice

3.7 Identify and manage client compliance issues

3.8 Work with client to determine and plan any follow up requirements and dates

3.9 Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority

3.10 Report client difficulties to the supervising podiatrist

4. Comply with supervisory requirements

4.1 Provide podiatry assistance according to the instruction of treating podiatrist

4.2 Provide client progress feedback to the treating podiatrist

4.3 Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating podiatrist

4.4 Implement variations to the podiatry care according to the advice of the treating podiatrist

5. Clean and store equipment

5.1 Collect, handle, manage and dispose of biological waste material according to organisation guidelines and infection control requirements

5.2 Prepare equipment for sterilisation according to manufacturer and organisation requirements

5.3 Store equipment according to manufacturers requirements and organisation protocols

5.4 Report equipment faults to appropriate person

6. Document client information

6.1 Document occasion of basic foot hygiene according to organisation requirements

6.2 Document referral to supervising podiatrist

6.3 Use appropriate terminology to document symptomatic expression of identified problems

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. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

assisted with basic foot hygiene to at least 3 clients, 1 in a simulated environment and 2 in the workplace, including:

cutting and filing nails

identifying pathological nail and skin conditions

applying simple wound dressings to at least 3 different conditions

applying padding and cushioning to at least 3 different conditions

applying medicaments, including:

emollients

astringents

moisturisers

antiseptics

applied a wound dressing for an iatrogenic wound

safely and effectively used podiatry instruments and electrical equipment, including an electric drill

performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 120 hours of work

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:

client treatment plans or foot care plan

goals and limitations of podiatry intervention and variations in podiatry conditions

basic anatomy and physiology of the foot, including medical terminology, structure and functioning of the skin and integuments, and basic understanding of foot pathology

the function of medicaments:

emollients

astringents

moisturisers

antiseptics

principles and protocols of:

aseptic technique

foot hygiene

organisation policy and procedures in relation to:

infection control

record keeping and reporting

other specific organisation procedures, including supervisory and reporting protocols

legal and ethical considerations relevant to allied health:

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

duty of care

work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations of self and other allied health team members and nursing, medical and other personnel

work health and safety (WHS):

manual handling, including identification and control of manual task risk factors

All aspects of the performance evidence must have been demonstrated using simulation prior to being demonstrated in a therapeutic workplace under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect, remote) as determined by the podiatrist.

The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

individualised plans and any relevant equipment outlined in the plan

podiatry instruments and electrical equipment including:

wound dressings

padding and cushioning

medicaments

electric drill

modelling of industry operating conditions and contingencies, including provision of services to real people

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
Interpret and respond to client podiatry care plan and occasion of care requirements as prescribed by supervising podiatrist 
Determine client availability according to organisation protocols 
Gather necessary equipment 
Undertake steps to meet infection control requirements 
Prepare for basic foot hygiene to comply with legislation, regulatory and organisation/practice requirements 
Explain to the client the purpose, rationale and requirements of the foot hygiene session 
Determine the client’s understanding of the purpose, rationale and requirements of each part of the foot hygiene session 
Identify any condition indicating the client is at high risk that requires podiatrist attention 
Assist client in and out of any shoes, socks and/or hosiery 
Position the client prior to foot hygiene session to reduce risk to provider and client 
Implement necessary infection control measures 
Perform basic foot hygiene according to the directions of the podiatrist and using appropriate infection control precautions, especially in relation to air borne particles 
Apply appropriate dressings to any skin breaks which might result from treatment 
Provide feedback that reinforces the podiatrist’s advice 
Identify and manage client compliance issues 
Work with client to determine and plan any follow up requirements and dates 
Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority 
Report client difficulties to the supervising podiatrist 
Explain to the client the purpose and rationale of the dressing, padding or cushioning 
Determine the client’s understanding of the purpose and rationale of the dressing, padding or cushioning 
Correctly position the client 
Implement necessary infection control measures, including disposal of used padding and cushioning according to infection control protocols 
Apply padding and cushioning according to directions of podiatrist 
Provide feedback that reinforces the podiatrist’s advice 
Identify and manage client compliance issues 
Work with client to determine and plan any follow up requirements and dates 
Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority 
Report client difficulties to the supervising podiatrist 
Provide podiatry assistance according to the instruction of treating podiatrist 
Provide client progress feedback to the treating podiatrist 
Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating podiatrist 
Implement variations to the podiatry care according to the advice of the treating podiatrist 
Collect, handle, manage and dispose of biological waste material according to organisation guidelines and infection control requirements 
Prepare equipment for sterilisation according to manufacturer and organisation requirements 
Store equipment according to manufacturers requirements and organisation protocols 
Report equipment faults to appropriate person 
Document occasion of basic foot hygiene according to organisation requirements 
Document referral to supervising podiatrist 
Use appropriate terminology to document symptomatic expression of identified problems 

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