Assessor Resource

HLTHPS001
Take clinical measurements

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for, obtain and record simple clinical measurements.

This unit applies to individuals who work under the direct or indirect supervision of a 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 clinical measurement

1.1 Determine clinical measurement requirements and own role limitations from review of client information

1.2 Assess environment for suitability to conduct a clinical measurement

1.3 Follow standard procedures for infection control

1.4 Gather, prepare and check readiness of equipment and consumables prior to use

1.5 Identify client following organisation and regulatory procedures

1.6 Clearly communicate measurement procedures and purpose to client

1.7 Collect and accurately document client information as required

1.8 Give client the opportunity to ask questions and discuss any concerns

1.9 Obtain agreement from the client in accordance with clinical guidelines, organisation policies and procedures

2. Obtain clinical measurements

2.1 Follow personal hygiene and infection control procedures

2.2 Use equipment according to its purpose and operating instructions

2.3 Use appropriate manual techniques and adapt to suit specific client needs and issues that arise

2.4 Obtain valid, reliable and accurate results by following standard sequences and procedures

2.5 Read and document numerical and other measurement data

2.6 Identify non valid results and repeat procedures as required

2.7 Accurately record and report results in accordance with clinical guidelines, organisation policies and procedures and confidentiality requirements

2.8 Communicate outcome of measurements clearly and simply to client if appropriate to do so

3. Finalise clinical measurement process

3.1 Assist, advise and instruct client in accordance with needs of specific test procedures

3.2 Clean, sterilise and/or dispose of equipment and consumables in accordance with manufacturers’ requirements and infection control procedures

3.3 Clean work area and dispose of waste in line with organisation protocols and infection control procedures

3.4 Store equipment and consumables in accordance with clinical guidelines, organisation policies and procedures

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:

followed established protocols, infection control and safety requirements to produce accurate, valid and reliable clinical measurements from at least 3 different clients

taken different types of clinical measurements including at least 3 of each of the following:

vital signs (blood pressure (BP), pulse, respirations, temperature)

body height, weight and circumference measurement (including body mass index (BMI) calculation)

blood glucose measurement

chemical reagent strip urinalysis

colour blindness testing

distance visual acuity testing

screening audiometry

spirometry

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:

legal and ethical considerations for taking clinical measurements (national, state/territory, local), including:

children in the workplace

duty of care

informed consent, what it means, and the limitations of obtaining consent by workers who are not health professionals

mandatory reporting

records management

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

industry standards

rights and responsibilities of workers, employers and clients

work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations

standard infection control requirements for clinical measurements:

hand washing

use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

avoiding contact with bodily fluids

sharps injury considerations

waste disposal

types of clinical measurements that may be taken by those supporting medical practitioners:

vital signs

body height, weight and circumference measurement (including BMI calculation)

colour blindness testing

distance visual acuity testing

screening audiometry

spirometry

clinical measurement procedures including:

terminology

sequencing for measurement

type of data produced, its recording and use

features and correct use of medical testing equipment:

sphygmomanometer

stethoscope

timing device

thermometer

peak flow meter and disposable mouth pieces

penlight

percussion (reflex) hammer

measuring tape

equipment for measuring height and weight

goose-neck lamp or other light source

types of information included in client medical records and rationale for these:

test details – name, date, time

name of supplies used including batch and lot number and expiry date, if applicable

results

adverse effects or incidents

advice or instructions given

information collected regarding client’s current health status, physical and social function

signature requirements

cultural and religious factors that impact on the approach to taking clinical measurements

anatomy and physiology to enable performance of clinical measurement to be accurate and of minimum risk to clients

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

sphygmomanometer

stethoscope

timing device

thermometer

peak flow meter and disposable mouth pieces

spirometer and disposable mouth pieces

penlight

measuring tape

equipment for measuring height and weight

colour blindness test plates (eg Ishihara)

visual acuity chart

audiometer and quiet room

goose-neck lamp or other light source

hand washing facilities

disposable gloves

modelling of industry operating conditions, including:

interaction with clients

integration of situations requiring problem solving

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 clinical measurement

1.1 Determine clinical measurement requirements and own role limitations from review of client information

1.2 Assess environment for suitability to conduct a clinical measurement

1.3 Follow standard procedures for infection control

1.4 Gather, prepare and check readiness of equipment and consumables prior to use

1.5 Identify client following organisation and regulatory procedures

1.6 Clearly communicate measurement procedures and purpose to client

1.7 Collect and accurately document client information as required

1.8 Give client the opportunity to ask questions and discuss any concerns

1.9 Obtain agreement from the client in accordance with clinical guidelines, organisation policies and procedures

2. Obtain clinical measurements

2.1 Follow personal hygiene and infection control procedures

2.2 Use equipment according to its purpose and operating instructions

2.3 Use appropriate manual techniques and adapt to suit specific client needs and issues that arise

2.4 Obtain valid, reliable and accurate results by following standard sequences and procedures

2.5 Read and document numerical and other measurement data

2.6 Identify non valid results and repeat procedures as required

2.7 Accurately record and report results in accordance with clinical guidelines, organisation policies and procedures and confidentiality requirements

2.8 Communicate outcome of measurements clearly and simply to client if appropriate to do so

3. Finalise clinical measurement process

3.1 Assist, advise and instruct client in accordance with needs of specific test procedures

3.2 Clean, sterilise and/or dispose of equipment and consumables in accordance with manufacturers’ requirements and infection control procedures

3.3 Clean work area and dispose of waste in line with organisation protocols and infection control procedures

3.4 Store equipment and consumables in accordance with clinical guidelines, organisation policies and procedures

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:

followed established protocols, infection control and safety requirements to produce accurate, valid and reliable clinical measurements from at least 3 different clients

taken different types of clinical measurements including at least 3 of each of the following:

vital signs (blood pressure (BP), pulse, respirations, temperature)

body height, weight and circumference measurement (including body mass index (BMI) calculation)

blood glucose measurement

chemical reagent strip urinalysis

colour blindness testing

distance visual acuity testing

screening audiometry

spirometry

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:

legal and ethical considerations for taking clinical measurements (national, state/territory, local), including:

children in the workplace

duty of care

informed consent, what it means, and the limitations of obtaining consent by workers who are not health professionals

mandatory reporting

records management

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

industry standards

rights and responsibilities of workers, employers and clients

work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations

standard infection control requirements for clinical measurements:

hand washing

use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

avoiding contact with bodily fluids

sharps injury considerations

waste disposal

types of clinical measurements that may be taken by those supporting medical practitioners:

vital signs

body height, weight and circumference measurement (including BMI calculation)

colour blindness testing

distance visual acuity testing

screening audiometry

spirometry

clinical measurement procedures including:

terminology

sequencing for measurement

type of data produced, its recording and use

features and correct use of medical testing equipment:

sphygmomanometer

stethoscope

timing device

thermometer

peak flow meter and disposable mouth pieces

penlight

percussion (reflex) hammer

measuring tape

equipment for measuring height and weight

goose-neck lamp or other light source

types of information included in client medical records and rationale for these:

test details – name, date, time

name of supplies used including batch and lot number and expiry date, if applicable

results

adverse effects or incidents

advice or instructions given

information collected regarding client’s current health status, physical and social function

signature requirements

cultural and religious factors that impact on the approach to taking clinical measurements

anatomy and physiology to enable performance of clinical measurement to be accurate and of minimum risk to clients

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

sphygmomanometer

stethoscope

timing device

thermometer

peak flow meter and disposable mouth pieces

spirometer and disposable mouth pieces

penlight

measuring tape

equipment for measuring height and weight

colour blindness test plates (eg Ishihara)

visual acuity chart

audiometer and quiet room

goose-neck lamp or other light source

hand washing facilities

disposable gloves

modelling of industry operating conditions, including:

interaction with clients

integration of situations requiring problem solving

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
 
Determine clinical measurement requirements and own role limitations from review of client information 
Assess environment for suitability to conduct a clinical measurement 
Follow standard procedures for infection control 
Gather, prepare and check readiness of equipment and consumables prior to use 
Identify client following organisation and regulatory procedures 
Clearly communicate measurement procedures and purpose to client 
Collect and accurately document client information as required 
Give client the opportunity to ask questions and discuss any concerns 
Obtain agreement from the client in accordance with clinical guidelines, organisation policies and procedures 
Follow personal hygiene and infection control procedures 
Use equipment according to its purpose and operating instructions 
Use appropriate manual techniques and adapt to suit specific client needs and issues that arise 
Obtain valid, reliable and accurate results by following standard sequences and procedures 
Read and document numerical and other measurement data 
Identify non valid results and repeat procedures as required 
Accurately record and report results in accordance with clinical guidelines, organisation policies and procedures and confidentiality requirements 
Communicate outcome of measurements clearly and simply to client if appropriate to do so 
Assist, advise and instruct client in accordance with needs of specific test procedures 
Clean, sterilise and/or dispose of equipment and consumables in accordance with manufacturers’ requirements and infection control procedures 
Clean work area and dispose of waste in line with organisation protocols and infection control procedures 
Store equipment and consumables in accordance with clinical guidelines, organisation policies and procedures 

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