Apply fluoride varnish

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver HLTOHC408B, 'Apply fluoride varnish'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Apply fluoride varnish' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for and participate in the application of fluoride varnish

1.1 Ensure client'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

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

1.3 Explain fluoride varnish application procedure to client and/or significant others and check their understanding of the benefits of fluoride varnish and the risks associated with fluoride varnish

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

1.5 Confirm informed consent

1.6 Ensure client is positioned as comfortably as possible according to their individual needs

1.7 Prepare fluoride varnish kit and other equipment as required

2. Apply fluoride varnish to teeth

2.1 Position the client for safety and comfort

2.2 Prepare teeth for application in accordance with product instructions

2.3 Dispense appropriate amount of fluoride varnish

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

2.5 Apply fluoride varnish in line with legislative requirements, organisation policies and procedures and standard precautions

3. Provide information to client and/or significant others

3.1 Inform client and/or significant others of the importance of following manufacturer instructions and recommended guidelines for eating, drinking fluids and brushing/cleaning teeth following application

3.2 Inform client and/or significant others of any expected changes in tooth appearance or sensation, including colour, feel or taste

3.3 Ensure client and/or significant others are aware of oral health practitioner's recommended schedule for ongoing application in line with their individualised oral health care plan

3.4 Provide information to client and/or significant others in both verbal and take home written or picture formats as appropriate to their individual needs or preferences

4. Complete reporting and documentation according to organisation policy and procedures

4.1 Document and report application undertaken and any concerns arising during contact with client and/or significant others

4.2 Document specific information that is provided to client and/or significant others at each application session

4.3 Complete documentation ensuring client confidentiality and file


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTOHC408B appears in the following qualifications:

  • HLT61307 - Advanced Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health (Community Care)
  • HLT52207 - Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health (Community Care)