Perform blood collection for specialised testing

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Evidence Guide
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Self Assessment Survey
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Registered Training Organisations
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for blood collection

1.1 Correctly identify pathology request and client

1.2 Identify precise nature and requirements of the test request

1.3 Explain procedure client and obtain consent in accordance with legal requirements and organisation policy and procedure

1.4 Obtain and record relevant clinical information in accordance with organisation policies and procedures

1.5 Ensure client is correctly and comfortably positioned and prepared for the blood collection procedure

1.6 Ensure compliance with pre-test criteria

1.7 Refer pathology request to manager or appropriate health professional if required

1.8 Select and prepare equipment and disposables and correct collection containers for the specialised test

1.9 Maintain standard and additional precautions

1.10 Use personal protective equipment correctly

2. Perform collection for specialised test

2.1 Seek assistance of Pathologist or Medical Scientist if required according to organisation policy and procedure

2.2 Ensure client is correctly and comfortably positioned and prepared for the specific blood collection procedure

2.3 Identify appropriate method of blood collection is and follow current organisation policy and procedures

2.4 Place correct equipment and blood collection tubes appropriate for the specialised test in order of draw to ensure the blood collection accords with test requested

2.5 Select and prepare collection site according to organisation policy and procedure

2.6 Collect blood following correct procedure and equipment

2.7 Observe client during procedure for possible adverse reactions, and seek assistance from appropriate health professionals if required

2.8 Transfer correct volume of blood to the selected collection tubes in the set order of draw

2.9 Invert collection tubes within timeframe required and according to organisation policies and procedures

2.10 Follow correct procedure for collection of sample

2.11 Apply pressure to collection site for the required time following withdrawal of needle

2.12 Observe and dress blood collection site, and monitor client for adverse effects

2.13 Follow infection control procedures throughout collection procedure

2.14 Follow organisation policy and procedures for safe handling of pathology specimens

3. Perform post-blood collection procedures

3.1 Dispose of waste in accordance with organisation policies and procedures

3.2 Complete documentation

3.3 Label blood collection tubes with time and date of collection, client details and other required information

3.4 Check collection site

3.5 Monitor client for possible adverse reactions

3.6 Provide relevant information and instructions client

3.7 Notify appropriate staff so that the client's condition can be monitored

4. Label and store specimens for transportation

4.1 Label specimens in accordance with International Standards Organisation 9000 or National Association of Testing Authorities standards

4.2 Process and store specimens correctly

4.3 Contain specimens appropriately for transport


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTPAT411D appears in the following qualifications:

  • HLT41812 - Certificate IV in Pathology