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Materia medica of sufficient scope and depth (derivation of data, systems of classification, keynotes, clinical indications) to enable
accurate differentiation of indicated medicines in a broad range of acute
and chronic conditions

Work health and safety WHS requirements in the workplace

Susceptibility and sensitivity

The principles and tools of homopathic 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

Accurately identify client information needs

Accurately record details of client treatment

Communicate in onetoone and group settings in an appropriate manner

Communicate with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

Conduct an agegender specific external physical examination with minimal internal examination eyes ears nose and throat

Conduct an external physical examination and internal inspection of eyes ears nose and throat

Conduct research

Differentiate most appropriate posology for a range of common conditions

Explain relevant services

Implement treatment plans to achieve the best possible therapeutic outcome for the client which may involve

complete documentation of all recommendations and client responses

demonstrated application of established homopathic clinical practices

provision of homopathic medicines

referral to another health care professional

review of treatment plan

treatment according to clients condition and presence of complicating factors

treatment of a range of conditionsdisease states

use of counseling as a treatment method where competence exists

Provide client with required information

Provide homopathic treatment in a specific manner

Provide palliative treatment honestly and with compassion and respect for the client and carers

Use age appropriate communication skills in a onetoone and group setting

Work or model work which demonstrates an understanding of underpinning values and philosophies in the homopathic framework

Evidence Required

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 is essential for assessment of this unit 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 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 practitioners workplace scope of practice as detailed in the qualification and component competency units holisticintegrated 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	An appropriately stocked and equipped clinic or simulated clinic environment Relevant texts or medical manuals Relevant paperbasedvideo assessment instruments Appropriate assessment environment Skilled assessors Infection control equipment

Method of assessment	Observation in the work place if possible Written assignmentsprojects 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 Short tests and essays Oral questioning and discussion Actual or simulated clinical encounters Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting laboratory If successful a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision

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 andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Related units	This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related units HLTHOMC Perform clinical screening examination HLTHOM604C Perform clinical screening examination HLTHOMC Provide homoeopathic treatment and manage the case HLTHOM608C Provide homoeopathic treatment and manage the case HLTHOMC Take the homopathic case HLTHOM610C Take the homœopathic case

Range Statement

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 Advanced pathology

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 Tanner's scale of maturisation Major milestones in development Personal and social skills, fine motor skills, general motor skills and language development Standard milestone chart

Treatment plan may include:	Homœopathic medicine according to the phase/stage of disease and presenting complaint Homœopathic medicine(s) for prophylactic care over time 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 homœopathic medicines

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

Prophylaxis issues may include:	Client's need for protection Client's beliefs and wishes regarding immunisation and/or homœopathic prophylaxis Client's current state of health Client's past experiences with immunisation and/or homœopathic prophylaxis Social pressures and expectations

Instructions for taking the prophylactic medicine must include:	Signs and symptoms indicating the need for a specific medicine Route of administration - ingestion, olfaction, application When - time of day in relation to food and/or other medications Frequency - single dose or repeated doses, interval between doses Self-monitoring - cessation, reporting aggravations or new symptoms Any additional instructions specific to the method of administration - eg dilution, plussing

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HLTHOM609D - Provide specific homoeopathic assessment and care

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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

Evidence Required

Range Statement