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Analyse and respond to client health information

Analyse and respond to client health information

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAAP003
State Code
AVB17
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
060301 - General Nursing
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse client health information and then to plan appropriate health services within scope of own role. It requires an in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology.This unit applies to individuals who plan and provide services with some level of autonomy. Some disciplines will require a state/territory regulatory determination regarding delegation and supervision.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. Assess client health status
  • 1.1 Analyse client health information in relation to planning services and in line with organisation requirements
  • 1.2 Recognise normal readings on the findings of available tests, observations and physical assessments that assist in determining health status
  • 1.3 Identify pathophysiologies, or changing pathologies, through observation, physical assessment and analysis of other available information
  • 1.4 Identify the likely impact of specific interventions
2. Plan action to address identified health status
  • 2.1 Apply detailed understanding of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of disease to a problem solving approach to service planning.
  • 2.2 Consider and note implications of any contra-indications in relation to health assessment findings.
  • 2.3 Document action plan in accordance with organisation policies and procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD059 HLTAP501C Analyse health information Unit of competency