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HLTAHA003 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Deliver and monitor a client-specific physiotherapy program

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTAHA003 - Deliver and monitor a client-specific physiotherapy program
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to deliver and monitor a therapeutic program that has been developed by a physiotherapist to address the requirements of individual clients. This unit applies to allied health assistants and should be performed under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect or remote) of an allied health professional.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

All aspects of the performance evidence must have been demonstrated using simulation prior to being demonstrated in a therapeutic workplace under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect, remote) as determined by a physiotherapist.

The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including individualised plan and equipment outlined in the plan

modelling of industry operating conditions and contingencies, including provision of services to real people

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015 /AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Elements define the essential outcomes
       
Element: Prepare for delivery of a client-specific physiotherapy program
  • Obtain information from the physiotherapist about the client-specific program
  • Determine client availability according to organisation protocols
  • Gather the equipment to deliver the client-specific program, in line with client needs and specifications of the physiotherapist
       
Element: Deliver physiotherapy program based on treatment plan
  • Confirm client’s understanding of program based on treatment plan prepared by the physiotherapist
  • Obtain consent from the client before commencing the program
  • Follow the instructions of the physiotherapist when assisting with the positioning of client and equipment where treatment involves machines
  • Guide the client to complete the program as directed by physiotherapist
  • Recognise when client becomes distressed, in pain or communicates their desire to slow down, and change activity or stop and follow stepping down procedures outlined in treatment plan or notify physiotherapist
  • Provide feedback to the client to reinforce client understanding and correct application of the program
  • Work with client to plan any follow up sessions and dates
       
Element: Assist with programs for clients with varying abilities to participate
  • Monitor 24-hour posture management and identify any adjustment requirements according to directives form the physiotherapist
  • Assist physiotherapist to complete active and passive movement requirements
  • Monitor respiratory care requirements and conduct necessary action within the prescribed treatment plan and scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation
  • Monitor limb oedema management, conduct necessary actions within prescribed treatment plan and scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation, and report any recommendations to the physiotherapist in a timely manner
  • Correctly position client according to client’s condition, modesty and treatment or program activities and according to the directive of the physiotherapist
  • Talk to client about treatment or program activities and where possible seek feedback about comfort and understanding during the session
  • Create a treatment or program environment that encourages clients to ask questions about progress and activities
  • Take appropriate and prompt action in response to any indicators of adverse reaction to the program or treatment and report to physiotherapist
       
Element: Comply with supervisory requirements
  • Provide client progress feedback to the treating physiotherapist
  • Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating physiotherapist before proceeding with treatment
  • Implement variations to the program according to the advice of the physiotherapist
  • Identify and manage client adherence issues, including subjective and objective reporting of client response to the program, and report to the physiotherapist in a timely manner
  • Report any client misunderstanding or confusion to the physiotherapist in a timely manner
  • Identify and note any difficulties the client experiences with the program, including biomechanical and musculo-skeletal issues, and report to physiotherapist in a timely manner
  • Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority, skills and/or knowledge
       
Element: Clean and store equipment
  • Clean equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations, infection control requirements and organisation protocols
  • Store equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and organisation protocols
  • Check and maintain equipment according to organisation protocols
  • Report equipment faults to appropriate person
  • Label or tag equipment faults, where possible remove from use if unsafe or not working and inform staff in line with organisation procedures
       
Element: Document client information
  • Use accepted protocols to document information relating to the program in line with organisation requirements
  • Use appropriate terminology to document client response, outcomes and identified problems related to the therapeutic program
  • Sign and designate role when completing medical records according to organisation policy and procedure
       


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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for delivery of a client-specific physiotherapy program

1.1 Obtain information from the physiotherapist about the client-specific program

1.2 Determine client availability according to organisation protocols

1.3 Gather the equipment to deliver the client-specific program, in line with client needs and specifications of the physiotherapist

2. Deliver physiotherapy program based on treatment plan

2.1 Confirm client’s understanding of program based on treatment plan prepared by the physiotherapist

2.2 Obtain consent from the client before commencing the program

2.3 Follow the instructions of the physiotherapist when assisting with the positioning of client and equipment where treatment involves machines

2.4 Guide the client to complete the program as directed by physiotherapist

2.5 Recognise when client becomes distressed, in pain or communicates their desire to slow down, and change activity or stop and follow stepping down procedures outlined in treatment plan or notify physiotherapist

2.6 Provide feedback to the client to reinforce client understanding and correct application of the program

2.7 Work with client to plan any follow up sessions and dates

3. Assist with programs for clients with varying abilities to participate

3.1 Monitor 24-hour posture management and identify any adjustment requirements according to directives form the physiotherapist

3.2 Assist physiotherapist to complete active and passive movement requirements

3.3 Monitor respiratory care requirements and conduct necessary action within the prescribed treatment plan and scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation

3.4 Monitor limb oedema management, conduct necessary actions within prescribed treatment plan and scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation, and report any recommendations to the physiotherapist in a timely manner

3.5 Correctly position client according to client’s condition, modesty and treatment or program activities and according to the directive of the physiotherapist

3.6 Talk to client about treatment or program activities and where possible seek feedback about comfort and understanding during the session

3.7 Create a treatment or program environment that encourages clients to ask questions about progress and activities

3.8 Take appropriate and prompt action in response to any indicators of adverse reaction to the program or treatment and report to physiotherapist

4. Comply with supervisory requirements

4.1 Provide client progress feedback to the treating physiotherapist

4.2 Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating physiotherapist before proceeding with treatment

4.3 Implement variations to the program according to the advice of the physiotherapist

4.4 Identify and manage client adherence issues, including subjective and objective reporting of client response to the program, and report to the physiotherapist in a timely manner

4.5 Report any client misunderstanding or confusion to the physiotherapist in a timely manner

4.6 Identify and note any difficulties the client experiences with the program, including biomechanical and musculo-skeletal issues, and report to physiotherapist in a timely manner

4.7 Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority, skills and/or knowledge

5. Clean and store equipment

5.1 Clean equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations, infection control requirements and organisation protocols

5.2 Store equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and organisation protocols

5.3 Check and maintain equipment according to organisation protocols

5.4 Report equipment faults to appropriate person

5.5 Label or tag equipment faults, where possible remove from use if unsafe or not working and inform staff in line with organisation procedures

6. Document client information

6.1 Use accepted protocols to document information relating to the program in line with organisation requirements

6.2 Use appropriate terminology to document client response, outcomes and identified problems related to the therapeutic program

6.3 Sign and designate role when completing medical records according to organisation policy and procedure

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

assisted in the delivery of therapeutic practices for physiotherapy programs for at least 3 clients receiving different treatments, 1 in a simulated environment and 2 in the workplace

performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 120 hours of work

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

principles of biomechanics, including:

mass

force

speed

acceleration

work

energy

power

strength

momentum

force arm

resistance arm

axis of rotation

cam

pulley

basic musculo-skeletal anatomy, including:

joint types and function

major bones

major muscles

major joints

anatomical terminology, including:

flexion

extension

rotation

abduction

adduction

circumduction

inversion

eversion

pronation

supination

horizontal flexion

horizontal extension

therapeutic exercise principles

basic anatomy and physiology of the skin and the principles of pressure area care

principles of 24-hour posture management

record keeping practices and procedures in relation to diagnostic and therapeutic programs/treatments

equipment and materials used in different programs and treatments

monitoring requirements for different programs and treatments

basic reaction to pain within the body

signs of adverse reaction to different programs and treatment

concepts and procedures for stepping down treatment or intervention when client becomes distressed, in pain or wishes to stop

individualised plans, goals and limitations of therapy

organisation policy and procedures in relation to:

infection control as it relates to the allied health assistant’s role in implementing physiotherapy

work health and safety:

manual handling including identification and control of manual task risk factors

other specific organisation policies or procedures, including supervisory and reporting protocols

medical terminology required to work effectively

roles, responsibilities and limitations of self and other allied health team members and nursing, medical and other personnel

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for delivery of a client-specific physiotherapy program

1.1 Obtain information from the physiotherapist about the client-specific program

1.2 Determine client availability according to organisation protocols

1.3 Gather the equipment to deliver the client-specific program, in line with client needs and specifications of the physiotherapist

2. Deliver physiotherapy program based on treatment plan

2.1 Confirm client’s understanding of program based on treatment plan prepared by the physiotherapist

2.2 Obtain consent from the client before commencing the program

2.3 Follow the instructions of the physiotherapist when assisting with the positioning of client and equipment where treatment involves machines

2.4 Guide the client to complete the program as directed by physiotherapist

2.5 Recognise when client becomes distressed, in pain or communicates their desire to slow down, and change activity or stop and follow stepping down procedures outlined in treatment plan or notify physiotherapist

2.6 Provide feedback to the client to reinforce client understanding and correct application of the program

2.7 Work with client to plan any follow up sessions and dates

3. Assist with programs for clients with varying abilities to participate

3.1 Monitor 24-hour posture management and identify any adjustment requirements according to directives form the physiotherapist

3.2 Assist physiotherapist to complete active and passive movement requirements

3.3 Monitor respiratory care requirements and conduct necessary action within the prescribed treatment plan and scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation

3.4 Monitor limb oedema management, conduct necessary actions within prescribed treatment plan and scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation, and report any recommendations to the physiotherapist in a timely manner

3.5 Correctly position client according to client’s condition, modesty and treatment or program activities and according to the directive of the physiotherapist

3.6 Talk to client about treatment or program activities and where possible seek feedback about comfort and understanding during the session

3.7 Create a treatment or program environment that encourages clients to ask questions about progress and activities

3.8 Take appropriate and prompt action in response to any indicators of adverse reaction to the program or treatment and report to physiotherapist

4. Comply with supervisory requirements

4.1 Provide client progress feedback to the treating physiotherapist

4.2 Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating physiotherapist before proceeding with treatment

4.3 Implement variations to the program according to the advice of the physiotherapist

4.4 Identify and manage client adherence issues, including subjective and objective reporting of client response to the program, and report to the physiotherapist in a timely manner

4.5 Report any client misunderstanding or confusion to the physiotherapist in a timely manner

4.6 Identify and note any difficulties the client experiences with the program, including biomechanical and musculo-skeletal issues, and report to physiotherapist in a timely manner

4.7 Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority, skills and/or knowledge

5. Clean and store equipment

5.1 Clean equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations, infection control requirements and organisation protocols

5.2 Store equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and organisation protocols

5.3 Check and maintain equipment according to organisation protocols

5.4 Report equipment faults to appropriate person

5.5 Label or tag equipment faults, where possible remove from use if unsafe or not working and inform staff in line with organisation procedures

6. Document client information

6.1 Use accepted protocols to document information relating to the program in line with organisation requirements

6.2 Use appropriate terminology to document client response, outcomes and identified problems related to the therapeutic program

6.3 Sign and designate role when completing medical records according to organisation policy and procedure

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
 
Obtain information from the physiotherapist about the client-specific program 
Determine client availability according to organisation protocols 
Gather the equipment to deliver the client-specific program, in line with client needs and specifications of the physiotherapist 
Confirm client’s understanding of program based on treatment plan prepared by the physiotherapist 
Obtain consent from the client before commencing the program 
Follow the instructions of the physiotherapist when assisting with the positioning of client and equipment where treatment involves machines 
Guide the client to complete the program as directed by physiotherapist 
Recognise when client becomes distressed, in pain or communicates their desire to slow down, and change activity or stop and follow stepping down procedures outlined in treatment plan or notify physiotherapist 
Provide feedback to the client to reinforce client understanding and correct application of the program 
Work with client to plan any follow up sessions and dates 
Monitor 24-hour posture management and identify any adjustment requirements according to directives form the physiotherapist 
Assist physiotherapist to complete active and passive movement requirements 
Monitor respiratory care requirements and conduct necessary action within the prescribed treatment plan and scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation 
Monitor limb oedema management, conduct necessary actions within prescribed treatment plan and scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation, and report any recommendations to the physiotherapist in a timely manner 
Correctly position client according to client’s condition, modesty and treatment or program activities and according to the directive of the physiotherapist 
Talk to client about treatment or program activities and where possible seek feedback about comfort and understanding during the session 
Create a treatment or program environment that encourages clients to ask questions about progress and activities 
Take appropriate and prompt action in response to any indicators of adverse reaction to the program or treatment and report to physiotherapist 
Provide client progress feedback to the treating physiotherapist 
Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating physiotherapist before proceeding with treatment 
Implement variations to the program according to the advice of the physiotherapist 
Identify and manage client adherence issues, including subjective and objective reporting of client response to the program, and report to the physiotherapist in a timely manner 
Report any client misunderstanding or confusion to the physiotherapist in a timely manner 
Identify and note any difficulties the client experiences with the program, including biomechanical and musculo-skeletal issues, and report to physiotherapist in a timely manner 
Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority, skills and/or knowledge 
Clean equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations, infection control requirements and organisation protocols 
Store equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and organisation protocols 
Check and maintain equipment according to organisation protocols 
Report equipment faults to appropriate person 
Label or tag equipment faults, where possible remove from use if unsafe or not working and inform staff in line with organisation procedures 
Use accepted protocols to document information relating to the program in line with organisation requirements 
Use appropriate terminology to document client response, outcomes and identified problems related to the therapeutic program 
Sign and designate role when completing medical records according to organisation policy and procedure 

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