Assessor Resource
HLTAHW406B
Work with medicines
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024
This unit includes supporting the client's option to use traditional Aboriginal medicines, taking a medicines history, interpreting medicine orders and supporting clients in the use of medicines
The unit also addresses the skills and knowledge required to calculate correct doses, administer and store medicines
It is acknowledged that some Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers at this level may need to undertake these functions, whilst others may need to apply the knowledge and skill to their role in supporting and/or advising clients
This competency unit is available only within the context of qualifications at Certificate IV level or higher in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
This unit describes the competencies required to work with medicines in line with legislative, regulatory and organisation requirements in a multi-disciplinary team with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients
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