HLTARO511B - Provide specific aromatherapy assessment and care
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HLTARO511B Provide specific aromatherapy assessment and care
Assessment tool
Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024
This unit requires medium level knowledge of essential oils and a wide range of health conditions
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required provide aromatherapy assessment and care specific to common conditions in each stage of life
You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)
Prerequisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills
This unit contains Employability Skills
Evidence Required
List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Observation of performance in the workplace or a stimulated workplace (defined as a supervised clinic) is essential for assessment of this unit
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over a range of workplace situations
Assessment may contain both theoretical and practical components and examples covering a range of clinical situations
Evidence is required of both knowledge and skills application
Where, for reasons of safety, access to equipment and resources and space, assessment takes place away from the workplace, simulations should be used to represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Assessment of sole practitioners must include a range of clinical situations and different client groups covering at minimum, age, culture and gender
Assessment of sole practitioners must consider their unique workplace context, including:
interaction with others in the broader professional community as part of the sole practitioner's workplace
scope of practice as detailed in the qualification and component competency units
holistic/integrated assessment including:
working within the practice framework
performing a health assessment
assessing the client
planning treatment
providing treatment
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Resources essential for assessment include:
a fully stocked and equipped clinic or simulated clinic environment
relevant texts or medical manuals
relevant paper-based/video assessment instruments
Appropriate assessment environment
Method of assessment
Observation in the work place
Practical demonstration
Written assignments/projects and research
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
Oral questioning and discussion
Role play simulation
Explanation for plan preparations
Journals and portfolios
Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting. If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision
Related units:
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related competency units:
HLTARO510B Monitor and evaluate aromatherapy treatments
HLTARO509B Plan a specialised aromatherapy treatment
Submission Requirements
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Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
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Assessment Tasks
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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:
Allopathic management strategies for terminal conditions
Allopathic treatments for a range of common conditions
Anatomy and physiology relating to normal neonatal development and childhood, puberty and adolescence, pregnancy and ageing
Basic counselling, with specific reference to grief, death and dying
Common conditions affecting children, males, non-pregnant and pregnant females, and the aged
Common infectious and notifiable diseases
Common physical manifestations of terminal diseases
Ethical issues in medicine
Infection control procedures
Knowledge and understanding of the central philosophies, principles and practice of aromatherapy
Legislative requirements pertaining to notifiable diseases
Legislative requirements pertaining to palliative care
Legislative requirements pertaining to the treatment of minors
OHS requirements in the workplace
Essential skills:
It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability 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:
Accurately identify client information needs
Accurately record details of client treatment
Communicate in one-to-one and group settings in an appropriate manner
Conduct an age/gender specific assessment
Conduct research
Demonstrate age appropriate communication skills in a one-to-one and group setting
Explain relevant services
Provide aromatherapy treatment
Provide client with required information
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.
Case taking may include specific reference to:
Physical and/or developmental issues specific to age group, gender, and/or particular state
Mental and/or emotional issues specific to age group, gender, and/or particular state
Social issues specific to age group, gender, and/or particular state
Family and personal medical history
Level of dependence and requirements for care
Level of understanding of relevant issues and options
Access to care and/or support services
Known pathology and associated medical treatments and tests
Particular state may include:
Neonate (birth to 28 days) or infancy
Prepubescent
Pubescent
Post-pubescent
Non pregnant female
Pregnant female
Lactating female
Peri menopausal female
Post menopausal female
Senescence
Consent means:
Informed consent according to local and national regulations and legal guidelines
In the case of a minor or a ward of the State that an appropriate adult be present during any examination
Normal percentiles or developmental norms may refer to:
Apgar score, birth weight
Growth patterns and changes in the pattern of growth over a series of measurements
Height, weight and head circumference measurements
Major milestones in development
Personal and social skills, fine motor skills, general motor skills and language development
Standard milestone chart
Treatment plan may include:
Aromatherapy treatment according to the phase/stage of disease and presenting complaint
Counselling
Information on breastfeeding and/or alternative feeding methods and weaning
Information on toilet training or bladder reprogramming exercises
Information on methods of contraception and safe sex practices
Advice on personal hygiene
Advice on infection control
Advice on nutrition and/or dietary supplements
Advice on removing obstacles to cure
Referral to other health care professional/support services
Therapeutic expectations may include:
Amelioration
Aggravation
Palliation of incurable condition
Progression of disease
No response
Protection from contacted disease
Clinic guidelines may include:
Procedures and guidelines
Purpose or mission statement
Code of ethics or practice
Agreed practice
Follow up visit/s may include:
Clinic consultations
Telephone or email communications
Home visits
Hospice/hospital visits
Assessment of client vitality may include:
Vital signs
Physical reflexes
Energy levels
Sleep pattern
Sensitivity to drugs and/or aromatherapy oils
Other supportive treatment or services may include:
Body work -massage, Reiki, kinesiology, etc
Remedial therapy
Aromatherapy
Acupuncture
Cancer or AIDS support foundations
Local palliative care associations
Counsellors
Nursing community care services
Lactation consultants
Specific situation may include:
Travel plans
Remote location
Desire/need for alternative to routine immunisation
Desire/need for acute self-care
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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
Take the case with specific reference to the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Obtain consent from a parent/guardian/care giver prior to commencing assessment
Conduct an assessment relevant to the presenting symptoms and the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Assess the health of the client according to standard guidelines relating to age, and with regard to conditions common to their age, gender and/or particular state
Give specific consideration to any deviations from the normal percentiles or developmental norms for the age group
Develop a treatment plan according to findings
Implement the treatment plan
Document findings, treatment plan and therapeutic expectations according to clinic guidelines
Organise and document follow up visit/s according to clinic guidelines
Document responses according to clinic guidelines and adjust treatment accordingly
Take the case with specific reference to the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Obtain consent from the client or guardian/care giver prior to commencing assessment
Conduct assessment relevant to the presenting symptoms and the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Assess health of the client according to standard guidelines relating to conditions common to age, gender and/or particular state
Give specific consideration to the reproductive system and function
Develop treatment plan according to findings
Implement treatment plan
Document findings, treatment plan and therapeutic expectations according to clinic guidelines
Organise and document follow up visit/s are according to clinic guidelines
Document responses according to clinic guidelines and treatment adjusted accordingly
Take the case with specific reference to the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Obtain consent from the client or guardian/care giver prior to commencing assessment
Conduct an assessment relevant to the presenting symptoms and the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Assess the health of the client according to standard guidelines relating to conditions common to their age, gender and/or particular state
Develop treatment plan according to findings
Implement the treatment plan
Document findings, treatment plan and therapeutic expectations according to clinic guidelines
Organise and document follow up visit/s according to clinic guidelines
Document responses according to clinic guidelines and adjust treatment a accordingly
Take the case with specific reference to the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Obtain consent from the client or guardian/care giver prior to commencing assessment
Conduct an assessment relevant to the presenting symptoms and the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Assess the health of clients according to standard guidelines relating to conditions common to their age, gender and/or particular state
Give specific consideration is given to the client's memory, cognitive ability and care requirements
Develop a treatment plan according to findings
Implement the treatment plan
Document findings, treatment plan and therapeutic expectations according to clinic guidelines
Organise and document follow up visit/s according to clinic guidelines
Document responses according to clinic guidelines and adjust treatment accordingly
Take the case with specific reference to the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Obtain consent from the client or parent/guardian/care giver prior to commencing an assessment
Conduct assessment relevant to the presenting symptoms and the age, gender and/or particular state of the client
Assess the vitality of the client according to standard guidelines relating age, gender and/or particular state
Give consideration to the client's fears, expectations, any distressing or painful symptoms, immediate and future care requirements
Obtain information on the medical diagnosis, prognosis, potential risks and relevant tests
Develop a treatment plan
Implement the treatment plan
Document findings, treatment plan and therapeutic expectations according to clinic guidelines
Organise and document follow up visit/s according to clinic guidelines
Responses are documented according to clinic guidelines and treatment adjusted accordingly
Negotiate strategies for continued support and communication with the client and carers through the dying process
Refer to other supportive treatments or services if appropriate
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