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Contribute to the registration, eligibility and assessment of donors

Contribute to the registration, eligibility and assessment of donors

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTENN022
State Code
AVZ95
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/06/2016
Field of Education
060113 - Pathology
Original Release Date
22/06/2016
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to register and assess blood donors for whole blood, red cells, platelets, plasma and other blood components donated as whole blood or through the process of apheresis. It does not include haemoglobin testing.This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements. 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. Register a donor giving blood and blood components
  • 1.1 Identify whether the donor is a new, lapsed or regular donor and use appropriate documentation according to information gained
  • 1.2 Use eligibility assessment tools in an appropriate manner and at a level and pace that elicits informative responses
  • 1.3 Check donor records against responses, and identify and record discrepancies, inconsistencies, omissions and ambiguities in information, and report to designated personnel
  • 1.4 Respond to the donor’s questions and, before seeking their consent, seek feedback from the donor to confirm that they understand the nature and purpose of procedures
  • 1.5 Record donor information clearly and accurately into the donor record, including the donor decision and signed consent
  • 1.6 Refer accurate information to the appropriate person in line with organisation policies and procedures, where donor information indicates unsuitability to donate
  • 1.7 Maintain confidentiality of the donor
2. Assess suitability for blood and blood component donation
  • 2.1 Check the donor against selection criteria requirements for blood and blood component donations
  • 2.2 Provide accurate information about the nature and sequence of session activities appropriate to the donor’s needs and concerns
  • 2.3 Explain clearly and sensitively to the donor where information obtained indicates they may not be able to donate, outlining the reasons for seeking further guidance
  • 2.4 Interpret haematological results to identify variation from normal health status and refer to registered nurse
  • 2.5 Determine that ante-cubital veins are easily accessible in both arms and, if not, refer to registered nurse
3. Observe a person’s behaviour before and after donation and report any physical irregularity
  • 3.1 Observe donor behaviour for any physical observations that may indicate a potential situation such as anxiety or fainting
  • 3.2 Alert supervising registered nurse and take action in line with organisation policies and procedures to ensure donor safety
  • 3.3 Document and report incident to designated person in line with organisation policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD141 HLTEN522C Contribute to the registration and assessment of donors Unit of competency
D8224 HLTEN521B Determine the eligibility of aphoresis donors Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODI33 HLTENN054 Contribute to the registration eligibility and assessment of donors Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZA2 HLT64115 Advanced Diploma of Nursing Qualification