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

HLTOHC006 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply fluoride varnish

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTOHC006 - Apply fluoride varnish
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by practitioners working specifically in rural, remote and isolated areas and/or facilities that have knowledge and experience in oral health care, to apply fluoride varnish in line with prescribed treatment as outlined in an individualised oral health care plan and in accordance with relevant jurisdictional, legislative and regulatory requirements.The unit applies to registered Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health practitioners, registered nurses and registered enrolled nurses in primary health care settings in rural, remote and isolated areas where the work roles may require the application of fluoride varnish.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards for maintaining infection control, andindustry codes of practice.
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
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Elements define the essential outcomes
       
Element: Performance criteria specify the level of performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element
       
Element: Prepare for the application of fluoride varnish
  • Check scope of own work role to ensure it includes application of fluoride varnish as advised by an authorised oral health practitioner in an individualised oral health care plan
  • Confirm the patient’s oral health care plan, developed by an oral health practitioner, specifically includes the application of fluoride varnish and that there are no contraindications to this procedure
  • Confirm consent
  • Explain fluoride varnish application procedure to patient and/or family/carer and check their understanding of the benefits of fluoride varnish, need for regular applications, and the risks associated with fluoride varnish
  • Explain the advantages and disadvantages of fluoride varnish over other procedures
  • Prepare fluoride varnish kit and personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
       
Element: Apply fluoride varnish to teeth
  • Position the patient for safety and comfort
  • Use PPE in accordance with infection control policies and procedures throughout procedure
  • Prepare teeth for fluoride varnish application in accordance with product instructions and application protocols
  • Dispense appropriate amount of fluoride varnish
  • Apply fluoride varnish in correct manner with applicator to teeth as recommended in the oral health care plan
       
Element: Provide information to patient and/or family/carer about post-application advice and follow up requirements
  • Advise patient and/or family/carer of the importance of following instructions and recommended guidelines for eating, drinking fluids and brushing/cleaning teeth following fluoride varnish application
  • Inform patient and/or family/carer of any expected short term changes in tooth appearance or sensation, including colour, feel or taste
  • Provide post-application information to patient and/or family/carer in both verbal and written or picture formats as appropriate to their individual needs or preferences
  • Ensure patient and/or family/carer understand oral health practitioner’s recommended schedule for ongoing application in line with their individualised oral health care plan
       
Element: Record and document information about the application
  • Record and document details of the application undertaken, information provided and any concerns arising during contact with patient and/or family/carer
  • 4.2 Use relevant technology to complete documentation according to organisation's policies and procedures
       


Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria specify the level of performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1. Prepare for the application of fluoride varnish

1.1 Check scope of own work role to ensure it includes application of fluoride varnish as advised by an authorised oral health practitioner in an individualised oral health care plan

1.2 Confirm the patient’s oral health care plan, developed by an oral health practitioner, specifically includes the application of fluoride varnish and that there are no contraindications to this procedure

1.3 Confirm consent

1.4 Explain fluoride varnish application procedure to patient and/or family/carer and check their understanding of the benefits of fluoride varnish, need for regular applications, and the risks associated with fluoride varnish

1.5 Explain the advantages and disadvantages of fluoride varnish over other procedures

1.6 Prepare fluoride varnish kit and personal protective equipment (PPE) as required

2. Apply fluoride varnish to teeth

2.1 Position the patient for safety and comfort

2.2 Use PPE in accordance with infection control policies and procedures throughout procedure

2.3 Prepare teeth for fluoride varnish application in accordance with product instructions and application protocols

2.4 Dispense appropriate amount of fluoride varnish

2.5 Apply fluoride varnish in correct manner with applicator to teeth as recommended in the oral health care plan

3. Provide information to patient and/or family/carer about post-application advice and follow up requirements

3.1 Advise patient and/or family/carer of the importance of following instructions and recommended guidelines for eating, drinking fluids and brushing/cleaning teeth following fluoride varnish application

3.2 Inform patient and/or family/carer of any expected short term changes in tooth appearance or sensation, including colour, feel or taste

3.3 Provide post-application information to patient and/or family/carer in both verbal and written or picture formats as appropriate to their individual needs or preferences

3.4 Ensure patient and/or family/carer understand oral health practitioner’s recommended schedule for ongoing application in line with their individualised oral health care plan

4. Record and document information about the application

4.1 Record and document details of the application undertaken, information provided and any concerns arising during contact with patient and/or family/carer

4.2 Use relevant technology to complete documentation according to organisation's policies and procedures

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria specify the level of performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1. Prepare for the application of fluoride varnish

1.1 Check scope of own work role to ensure it includes application of fluoride varnish as advised by an authorised oral health practitioner in an individualised oral health care plan

1.2 Confirm the patient’s oral health care plan, developed by an oral health practitioner, specifically includes the application of fluoride varnish and that there are no contraindications to this procedure

1.3 Confirm consent

1.4 Explain fluoride varnish application procedure to patient and/or family/carer and check their understanding of the benefits of fluoride varnish, need for regular applications, and the risks associated with fluoride varnish

1.5 Explain the advantages and disadvantages of fluoride varnish over other procedures

1.6 Prepare fluoride varnish kit and personal protective equipment (PPE) as required

2. Apply fluoride varnish to teeth

2.1 Position the patient for safety and comfort

2.2 Use PPE in accordance with infection control policies and procedures throughout procedure

2.3 Prepare teeth for fluoride varnish application in accordance with product instructions and application protocols

2.4 Dispense appropriate amount of fluoride varnish

2.5 Apply fluoride varnish in correct manner with applicator to teeth as recommended in the oral health care plan

3. Provide information to patient and/or family/carer about post-application advice and follow up requirements

3.1 Advise patient and/or family/carer of the importance of following instructions and recommended guidelines for eating, drinking fluids and brushing/cleaning teeth following fluoride varnish application

3.2 Inform patient and/or family/carer of any expected short term changes in tooth appearance or sensation, including colour, feel or taste

3.3 Provide post-application information to patient and/or family/carer in both verbal and written or picture formats as appropriate to their individual needs or preferences

3.4 Ensure patient and/or family/carer understand oral health practitioner’s recommended schedule for ongoing application in line with their individualised oral health care plan

4. Record and document information about the application

4.1 Record and document details of the application undertaken, information provided and any concerns arising during contact with patient and/or family/carer

4.2 Use relevant technology to complete documentation according to organisation's policies and procedures

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
 
Check scope of own work role to ensure it includes application of fluoride varnish as advised by an authorised oral health practitioner in an individualised oral health care plan 
Confirm the patient’s oral health care plan, developed by an oral health practitioner, specifically includes the application of fluoride varnish and that there are no contraindications to this procedure 
Confirm consent 
Explain fluoride varnish application procedure to patient and/or family/carer and check their understanding of the benefits of fluoride varnish, need for regular applications, and the risks associated with fluoride varnish 
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of fluoride varnish over other procedures 
Prepare fluoride varnish kit and personal protective equipment (PPE) as required 
Position the patient for safety and comfort 
Use PPE in accordance with infection control policies and procedures throughout procedure 
Prepare teeth for fluoride varnish application in accordance with product instructions and application protocols 
Dispense appropriate amount of fluoride varnish 
Apply fluoride varnish in correct manner with applicator to teeth as recommended in the oral health care plan 
Advise patient and/or family/carer of the importance of following instructions and recommended guidelines for eating, drinking fluids and brushing/cleaning teeth following fluoride varnish application 
Inform patient and/or family/carer of any expected short term changes in tooth appearance or sensation, including colour, feel or taste 
Provide post-application information to patient and/or family/carer in both verbal and written or picture formats as appropriate to their individual needs or preferences 
Ensure patient and/or family/carer understand oral health practitioner’s recommended schedule for ongoing application in line with their individualised oral health care plan 
Record and document details of the application undertaken, information provided and any concerns arising during contact with patient and/or family/carer 
4.2 Use relevant technology to complete documentation according to organisation's policies and procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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