Collect pathology specimens other than blood

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Assessment Template
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Assessment Matrix
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Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
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Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
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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
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Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver HLTPAT304D, 'Collect pathology specimens other than blood'.
Google Links
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Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Receive request for collection of pathology specimen

1.1 Assess request to determine equipment required and other special requirements

1.2 Identify precise nature and requirements of the test request

1.3 Collect relevant clinical and personal information by interview of client and document correctly

1.4 Ensure pre-test criteria are met

1.5 Refer pathology requests to supervisor if required

1.6 Use of pathology collection manuals correctly

1.7 Select and prepare equipment and appropriate collection containers

2. Perform procedure

2.1 Explain procedure to client and obtain consent in accordance with legal and organisation requirements

2.2 Follow infection control guidelines

2.3 Use personal protective equipment appropriately according to organisation policy

2.4 Use collection and clinical equipment appropriately to avoid contamination of sample

2.5 Follow organisation guidelines for safe handling of pathology specimens/non pathology specimens

2.6 Adopt standard and additional precautions and seek assistance as required

2.7 Follow appropriate procedures for collection of sample

2.8 Follow WHS guidelines relating to disposal of equipment

3. Label and store specimens for transportation

3.1 Label specimens in accordance with ISO 9000 or the National Australian Testing Authority

3.2 Process and store specimens correctly

3.3 Contain specimens appropriately for transport

3.4 Report specimens ready for transportation

4. Care for client

4.1 Position client correctly and make comfortable

4.2 Monitor client during and on completion of collection procedure to identify potential adverse outcomes


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTPAT304D appears in the following qualifications:

  • HLT41812 - Certificate IV in Pathology
  • HLT43112 - Certificate IV in Defence Health Care
  • HLT32612 - Certificate III in Pathology