Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

ACMVET203A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assist with surgery preparation

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ACMVET203A - Assist with surgery preparation
Description This unit of competency covers the process of assisting with the preparation of patients (animals) and the theatre for surgery, providing pre- and post-operative patient care and cleaning surgical and theatre equipment in a veterinary clinic.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Therefore, it will be necessary to check with the relevant state or territory regulators for current licensing, legislative or regulatory requirements before undertaking this unit.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit is applicable to new entrants to the veterinary industry and will provide an individual with the background and ability to assist with surgery preparations working under supervision of a veterinarian in a veterinary clinic or similar practice.In addition to legal and ethical responsibilities, all units of competency in the ACM10 Animal Care and Management Training Package have the requirement for animals to be handled gently and calmly. The individual is required to exhibit appropriate care for animals so that stress and discomfort is minimised.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare animal for surgery under direction
  • Animal intakes and pre-operative procedures are organised for specified periods as instructed.
  • Clinic procedures and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements are followed.
  • Assist with pre-operative animal preparation.
  • Patient is safely and humanely transferred to theatre for treatment.
  • Relevant patient records are provided to the veterinarian as requested.
       
Element: Prepare theatre or surgical operating area for use
  • Operating table, required equipment and environs are cleaned and disinfected in accordance with clinic policies.
  • Surgical packs and equipment selected by the qualified veterinary nurse are transferred and/or established to/in theatre or the surgical operating area.
  • Staff preparation support is provided in accordance with clinic policies.
       
Element: Provide pre- and post-operative patient care
  • Patient is cleaned in accordance with clinic policies.
  • Patient is safely transferred to recovery area.
  • Vital signs' observations are recorded as instructed by the veterinarian.
  • Signs of pain are recognised and reported.
       
Element: Clean theatre equipment
  • Theatre equipment and surrounds are cleaned and disinfected in accordance with clinic policies.
  • Surgical equipment is cleaned, maintained and sterilised in accordance with clinic policies.
  • Theatre linen is washed and prepared for sterilisation.
  • Equipment and gowns are stored safely after use.
       


Evidence Required

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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit. Assessors should ensure that candidates can:

prepare animals for scheduled operations in accordance with clinic policies and procedures

transfer animals safely to and from surgery

prepare theatre or surgical operating area for use

provide surgery support as required throughout procedure

care for animal pre- and post-operatively

clean and sterilise theatre and equipment after surgery

communicate effectively with the veterinarian and veterinary nurse and follow instructions.

The skills and knowledge required to assist with surgery preparation must be transferable to a range of work environments and contexts and include the ability to deal with unplanned events.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of this unit is to be practical in nature and will be most appropriately assessed in a veterinary practice or in a situation that reproduces normal work conditions.

There must be access to a range of animals and the relevant information, equipment and/or resources to enable one to demonstrate competence.

Method of assessment

To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated, to industry defined standards, on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.

The assessment strategy must include practical skills assessment. Suggested strategies for this unit are:

written and/or oral assessment of candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and first-hand testimonial evidence of candidate's application of practical tasks

simulation exercises that reproduce normal work conditions

third-party evidence

workplace documentation

portfolio.

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy and numeracy demands) and the needs of particular target groups (e.g. people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with a language background other than English, youth and people from low socioeconomic backgrounds).


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

maintain and use clippers and vacuum cleaners

record observations from veterinarian using correct veterinary terminology

restrain animals

safely dispose of biological hazardous waste and sharps

literacy skills to read, select and apply policies and procedures, including OHS and other clinic policies and procedures; follow sequenced written instructions; and record accurately and legibly patient details

oral communication skills/language required to fulfil the job role as specified by the clinic, including questioning techniques, active listening, asking for clarification from the owner and consulting with the duty veterinarian

numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures

use interpersonal skills to work with and relate to people from a range of social, cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities

problem-solving skills to use available resources and prioritise daily tasks

use disinfectants and cleaning agents correctly and apply appropriate cleaning and sterilising techniques

use, and record the use of, chemicals and medicines in accordance with relevant state or territory legislation.

Required knowledge

aseptic techniques

clinic policies and procedures, including OHS requirements

general theatre etiquette, dress rules and 'no-go' areas

legislative requirements and health regulations for the storage, use and disposal of chemicals and biological debris from veterinary procedures

possible requirements of the veterinarian during operations

range of equipment required in both the preparation and theatre areas

veterinary terminology pertaining to patient observation.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.

OHS risks when working with animals may include:

animal bites, kicks, scratches and crush injuries

biological hazardous waste and sharps disposal

handling of chemicals and medicines

gas leakage

inhalation of aerosol particles

intraocular contamination

manual handling, including carrying, lifting and shifting

needle pricks and cuts from other sharps

release of infective agents (animal and human)

slippery or uneven work surfaces

zoonoses.

Animal preparation for surgery may include:

animal restraint

clipping, cleaning and preparation of surgical site

positioning of the patient.

Surgical packs and equipment may include:

anaesthetic equipment

bandaging

disposables

drapes

surgical instruments

sutures.

Staff preparation support may include:

preparation of surgical gowns, gloves and masks.

Vital signs include:

pulse rate and quality

respiration rate and effort

temperature

capillary refill time

mucous membrane colour

heart rate.

Signs of pain may include:

audible, visual or measured signs:

arching back

behavioural changes

biting and kicking

displacement of bones

elevated temperature

increased respiration

increased vocalisation

withdrawal of affected limbs

straining

trembling and changes in normal physiology.

Theatre equipment may include:

anaesthetic machine and trolleys

instrument trolley

kick buckets

lights

operating table

surgical furniture.

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
Animal intakes and pre-operative procedures are organised for specified periods as instructed. 
Clinic procedures and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements are followed. 
Assist with pre-operative animal preparation. 
Patient is safely and humanely transferred to theatre for treatment. 
Relevant patient records are provided to the veterinarian as requested. 
Operating table, required equipment and environs are cleaned and disinfected in accordance with clinic policies. 
Surgical packs and equipment selected by the qualified veterinary nurse are transferred and/or established to/in theatre or the surgical operating area. 
Staff preparation support is provided in accordance with clinic policies. 
Patient is cleaned in accordance with clinic policies. 
Patient is safely transferred to recovery area. 
Vital signs' observations are recorded as instructed by the veterinarian. 
Signs of pain are recognised and reported. 
Theatre equipment and surrounds are cleaned and disinfected in accordance with clinic policies. 
Surgical equipment is cleaned, maintained and sterilised in accordance with clinic policies. 
Theatre linen is washed and prepared for sterilisation. 
Equipment and gowns are stored safely after use. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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