Assessor Resource
HLTPAT409D
Perform intravenous cannulation for sample collection
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Work performed requires a broad knowledge of varied activities and the ability to apply solutions to a wide range of non-routine and complex problems
Individuals will take responsibility for their own outputs, and provide some guidance and leadership to others to achieve outputs
All tasks are conducted in accordance with relevant federal, state and territory legislation and organisation policies and procedures including WHS and infection control guidelines
The extent of a Pathology Collector's role in cannula insertion may be subject to state and territory legislation and organisation policy, and competency should be demonstrated within the context of applicable legislation and organisation practice
A Pathology Collector may undertake cannula insertion and sample collection from cannulae; or may undertake sample collection from cannulae only
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required for insertion of intravenous cannulae for blood sample collection from clients
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