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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. |
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Supervision includes: | The elements of direction, guidance, oversight and co-ordination of activities Any requirements for supervision of the medical assistant as specified in relevant professional guidelines and/or organisation policies Direct and/or indirect supervision, where:direct supervision is provided when the medical practitioner (or delegated health care professional) is actually present, observes, works with and directs the person who is being supervisedindirect supervision is provided when the medical practitioner (or delegated health care professional) is easily contactable but does not directly observe the activities |
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Instructions may include: | VerbalStanding ordersWrittenBy phoneVia electronic means |
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Confirm client identity may include: | Asking the client to confirm his/her name&DOB and checking this information against information in the medical recordAsking the client's guardian/carer to confirm client's name and DOB and checking this information against information in the medical record |
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Explain clinical measurement may include: | Confirming the client, and/or their guardian/carer, understands and agrees to the measurement(s) about to be undertakenConfirming that the client's and/or guardian/carer's questions have been adequately answeredOutlining the sensations and side effects the client may experience |
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Checking for contraindications may include: | Checking the client's medical record to see if any allergies or previous adverse reactions to similar measurements are recordedAsking the client and/or their guardian/carer if the client has any known allergies or previous adverse reactions to similar measurementsConfirming the client's current health status and/or previous related medical conditions with the health care practitioner |
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Preparing the client may include: | Correctly positioningRemoving clothing |
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Positioning of client may include: | SittingStandingLying face down or face up on exam bedSecured in guardian/carer's armsSecure positioning of client using either guardian/carer, assistant or selfInstructing client appropriately, eg not to moveDiscontinuing procedure if client is uncooperative |
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Contingencies may include: | Client fainting/loss of consciousnessClient struggling, kicking, biting, etcClient movementEquipment failure or breakageClient refusing to cooperate |
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Signs of distress may include: | Client agitationClient appearing pale, cold, clammy, sweating, slumping, shallow breathingClient cryingClient aggressiveClient complaining of light-headedness or dizzinessLoss of consciousnessClient verbally refusing |
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Clinical measurements must include: | Measurement and recording involving:vital signs (BP, pulse, respirations, temperature)blood glucose measurement body height, weight and circumference measurement (including BMI calculation)chemical reagent strip urinalysiscolour blindness testing distance visual acuity testingElectrocardiograph (ECG)pure tone hearing measurement (audiometry)spirometry measurement |
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Confidentiality of client information may be ensured by: | Adherence to Privacy ActInformation disclosed to an appropriate person consistent with the responsibility of this positionLegal and ethical requirementsSecure location for written recordsTreatment room with privacy |
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Personal hygiene and infection control procedures may include: | Australian and State Standards and LegislationIndustry standardsOrganisation proceduresStandard precautions such as hand washing proceduresDirect instructions from supervisor |
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Clinical guidelines, organisation policies, procedures and treatment protocols may include: | Industry standards (state and national)Organisation policy directivesPrivacy ActRelevant Australian standards |
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Documentation may include: | Recording information in client's computerised or physical medical record, under supervision of the medical practitioner, including:date and time of procedureprocedure performedname of supplies used including batch and lot number and expiry date, if applicabledetails of procedurepositioning of client for proceduresite of procedureresults of procedureany adverse effects or incidentsadvice or instructions giveninformation collected regarding client's current health status, physical and social functionmedical assistant's signature or initials |
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Action required while monitoring client's condition may include | Obtaining assistance from medical team immediatelyDiscontinuing procedure as directedPlacing client in recovery positionCommencing emergency assistance |
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Abnormal situations may include | Significantly abnormal resultsAltered response from clientAngry response from client |
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Information includes: | Asking questions of parent to record child's developmental milestonesAsking questions of client or client's carer to record health assessment related information including but not limited to:medication usagecontinenceimmunisation statusphysical functionrecent fallssocial functionavailability of paid and unpaid helpcarer status |
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Assist may include | Helping client to different positionProviding client with supplies, eg tissues or wipesRetrieving client's personal effects, eg clothing, for easy accessHelping client with movement and ambulation |