HLTKIN506B - Perform an advanced kinesiology health assessment
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HLTKIN506B Perform an advanced kinesiology health assessment
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Version 1.0 Issue Date: May 2024
The application of knowledge and skills described in this competency unit relates to functions necessary for working within a clinic as a kinesiology practitioner
Work at this level may be undertaken independently
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to observe the condition of the client and gather information relevant to the case to enable the correct assessment, planning and provision of an advanced kinesiology assessment
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 simulated workplace (defined as a supervised clinic)
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Assessment must be undertaken by an assessor who is formally recognised by an Australian kinesiology peak body
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
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Resources essential for assessment include:
qualified assessor who is also recognised by an Australian kinesiology peak body
relevant texts or medical manuals
relevant paper-based/video assessment instruments
Appropriate assessment environment
Method of assessment
Observation in the work place
Written assignments/projects or questioning should be used to assess knowledge
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
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
Questioning
Role play simulation
Short tests and essays
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
Related units:
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related units:
HLTKIN508B Apply an advanced kinesiology assessment framework
Submission Requirements
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Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
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Assessment Tasks
Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
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:
Awareness of critical information required for assessment according to a kinesiology framework
Best practice kinesiology principles
History, philosophy and beliefs of kinesiology within a health framework
Manifestation of disease processes
Specialised assessment procedures and options allowing complex regional assessments
Specialised testing procedures as appropriate
Terminology appropriate to kinesiology practice
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:
Apply advanced assessment techniques
Communicate with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and work through an interpreter if required
Demonstrate communication skills
Demonstrate observations skills
Demonstrate record keeping skills
Discuss and observe service delivery protocols
Gather and interpret information through kinesiology methods
Handle complaints effectively
Observe and identify variations of posture
Perform testing and assessment procedures
Read medical test results or documents
Recognise and adjust to contraindications balances
Use terminology appropriate to kinesiology practice
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.
Factors likely to have a negative impact on assessment may include:
Language difficulties
Disabilities
Emotional trauma
Lack of privacy or focus due to additional parties being present
Cultural or gender factors
Other health care professionals may include:
Osteopaths
Podiatrists
Naturopaths
Homoeopaths
Herbalists
Other energy therapists
Physiotherapists
Chiropractors
Medical practitioners
Registered nurses
Midwives
Social workers
Counsellors
Aromatherapists
Reflexologists
Bowen Therapists
Other allied health care professionals
Client history may include:
Date of session
Identifying personal details
Source of referral
Main presenting complaint or reason for session
Subjective evaluation of present condition
Maternal / paternal genetic predispositions
General state of health
physical
emotional
sensitivities
diet
sleep patterns
bowel habits
exercise
lifestyle
Childhood and adult illnesses
Accidents, injuries, operations
Vaccinations
Root canals
Hospitalisations
Occupational history and environment
Family history and relationships
Other current medical / alternative health care treatment
Previous occurrence of current complaint
Vibrational remedies / medication / supplements -current and previous / perceived side effects
Known allergies to medication / supplements
Social lifestyle including social drug usage
Primary health care provider
Previous occurrence of presenting complaint
Social lifestyle including social drug usage
Family history and relationship
Root canals
Vaccinations
Potential sensitivities may include:
Gender
Ethnicity
Language
Religious beliefs
Cultural heritage
Sexuality
Ability
Presenting disease state and personal history
Assessment will include attention to:
Active movements
Passive movements
Resisted movements
Functional movements
Current ability
Characteristics of pain
Client feedback and complaints
Established assessment procedures may include:
Observation
Discussion
Temperature
Pulse
Palpation
Range of motion tests
Muscle strength tests
Observation of variations of posture
Any other method in which the practitioner has been trained to a competent standard
Procedure which is conducted according to legislative and regulatory requirements
Contraindications to balancing may include:
Unwillingness to accept self responsibility model
Situations where client expects treatment for named medical disease or condition
Client expects practitioner to test for medically determined pathology parameters e.g. pregnancy, blood count, blood cholesterol, blood sugar etc.
Kinesiologists are not expected to diagnose any conditions but must be able to recognise the indications and contraindications of conditions
Kinesiology is contraindicated in all infectious diseases suggested by fever, nausea and lethargy until a diagnosis is received and recommended by a medical practitioner
Always refer for diagnosis when symptoms do not have a logical explanation. Indications for referral include:
pain
infection or infectious diseases
fatigue
lumps and tissue changes
inflammation
oedema
mood alterations e.g. depression, anxiety
changes in habits such as appetite elimination or sleep
bleeding and bruising
nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea
temperature - hot or cold
sudden loss of weight
fatigue, exhaustion
irregular sleep patterns
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
Yes
No
Comments/feedback
Establish and identify symptoms and signs being experienced
Determine client's eligibility for service using clinic policies and procedures
Explain services able to be provided and the limits of available services
Clarify client's expectation of the clinics service
Identify factors likely to have a negative impact on assessment in consultation with the client and implement strategies to minimise the effects of these factors
Explain personal abilities, level of professional competence and parameters of role to the client
Refer client to other health care professionals where the needs of the client are identified as beyond the scope of the services able to be provided, or if in the opinion of the practitioner the needs of the client are best met by doing so
Identify and promote the legal rights of the client
Seek information from the client for the client's history in a respectful way with all enquiries framed in a purposeful, systematic and diplomatic manner
Collect and record accurate, relevant and well organised information in a form which can be interpreted readily by other professionals
Manage information in a confidential and secure manner
Obtain informed client consent prior to conducting tests, in accordance with relevant legislation and regulations
Allow adequate time during consultation to gather critical information
Identify and minimise factors that may interfere with the information gathering process
Identify, establish and maintain essential requirements for the maintenance of clinical and practitioner hygiene
Anticipate potential sensitivities of the client and adapt approach to take these into account.
Take steps to ensure the client dignity is maintained at all times
Pursue and investigate abnormal findings in a deliberate, logical and appropriate manner
Assess reliability of data obtained and establish appropriate clinical correlation with the clients complaint as soon as possible
Record all information in a systematic manner in accordance with clinic guidelines
Ensure clients body is not unnecessarily exposed during assessment
Respect client boundaries at all times
Seek client feedback on comfort levels
Explain self responsibility model and clarify questions in a clear and comprehensive way
Identify signs of condition according to a kinesiology framework
Elicit specific details of signs and symptoms of the presenting complaint(s)
Assess client through palpation, observation, sensation and by using kinesiology information gathering techniques
Conduct physical, mental / emotional, nutritional, and energetic lifestyle assessment
Use other assessment procedures as appropriate
Question client to clarify results and gain further information in a manner relevant to the clients needs and test results
Identify contraindications to balance
Conduct functional and special tests and make differential assessment
Observe and analyse static and dynamic variables of posture
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