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Assess hearing

Assess hearing

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAUD001
State Code
AVA67
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/01/2016
Field of Education
061709 - Audiology
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for, conduct and interpret the results of hearing assessments in adults. It includes the ability to establish a positive client relationship, develop realistic goals with the client and to recognise situations where referral to other health professionals is required. This unit applies to any person who assesses hearing. This may include audiometrists, allied health assistants who support audiologists in health care organisations, nurses and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers. Work is conducted according to AS/NZ 1269.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.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for hearing assessments
  • 1.1 Ensure information, including required forms, is accessible and ready for use
  • 1.2 Achieve required ambient noise levels in preparation of testing environment
  • 1.3 Prepare, calibrate and check equipment and instruments
  • 1.4 Ensure personal protective equipment is available and used
2. Establish a positive relationship with the client
  • 2.1 Take client case history and explain practice/hearing service administrative procedures
  • 2.2 Determine client’s expectations through questioning and active listening
  • 2.3 Gain consent from clients where applicable
  • 2.4 Give client the opportunity to ask questions and discuss concerns
  • 2.5 Identify and respond to special needs of client
  • 2.6 Maintain confidentiality of client information
3. Conduct otoscopy
  • 3.1 Follow personal hygiene and infection control procedures
  • 3.2 Conduct otoscopy in a non-threatening manner and produce valid, reliable and accurate results in accordance with relevant policy and procedures
  • 3.3 Identify and respond to any abnormalities of the ear canal
  • 3.4 Identify contra-indications for proceeding with further hearing assessments
  • 3.5 Make referralto appropriate agency for further assessment and treatment if required
4. Test hearing
  • 4.1 Explain procedure to client using language the client understands
  • 4.2 Identify significant features of client history
  • 4.3 Select and conduct appropriate hearing tests following procedures for correct use of equipment
  • 4.4 Produce valid, reliable and accurate results in accordance with relevant policy and procedures
  • 4.5 Identify unreliable results and complete re-test according to standard protocols
  • 4.6 Use results to identify specific hearing loss and/or any abnormal functions
  • 4.7 Record results in accordance with relevant policy and procedures
  • 4.8 Clean and store equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ requirements and infection control procedures
5. Interpret results
  • 5.1 Accurately interpret data from individual test results
  • 5.2 Integrate and interpret interrelationships between test battery results to establish a comprehensive clinical picture
  • 5.3 Validate results for consistency across the test battery
6. Review assessment results with client
  • 6.1 Communicate results of assessments clearly and simply to the client
  • 6.2 Determine and discuss options to support client
  • 6.3 Negotiate and establish realistic goals for the client
  • 6.4 Document and file results in accordance with relevant policies and procedures
  • 6.5 Determine recommendations for further assessment or referral to an appropriate facility or hearing aid fitting
7. Complete report
  • 7.1 Write report using language and format that suits target audience according to organisation standards
  • 7.2 Include clear, concise and relevant information of tests performed
  • 7.3 Include summary, recommendations and any further action required
  • 7.4 Read and edit report for spelling and grammatical correctness
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD071 HLTAU403D Conduct hearing assessments Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFH85 HLTAUD008 Conduct audiometric testing Unit of competency
OFI07 HLTAUD007 Conduct basic audiometric testing Unit of competency