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Perform home based assessments for sleep studies

Perform home based assessments for sleep studies

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTSL408C
State Code
D8505
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/08/2011
Field of Education
060301 - General Nursing
Original Release Date
02/08/2011
Nominal Hours
90
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform home based assessments as an adjunct to sleep studies and to assist in the provision of a report for diagnostic purposes
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare client for procedure
  • 1.1 Verify request for procedure verified
  • 1.2 Review client's medical records and action relevant results as required
  • 1.3 Review client's pathology results and action as required
  • 1.4 Reassure client, explain procedure and obtain client consent/agreement as required
  • 1.5 Provide opportunities for client ask questions and discuss areas of concern
  • 1.6 Instruct client on the use of the equipment
2. Prepare equipment and materials for procedure
  • 2.1 Ensure equipment and materials selected are clean and in working order
  • 2.2 Perform required equipment calibrations
  • 2.3 Complete documentation at commencement of procedure in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
3. Complete overnight procedure
  • 3.1 Terminate recording
  • 3.2 Remove EEG leads and electrodes from client and wash paste/gel off
  • 3.3 Provide client with assistance as required, on completion of the procedure
  • 3.4 Ascertain and document client's assessment of their sleep quality
  • 3.5 Provide reassurance to client
  • 3.6 Confirm timely follow up with referring doctor for results
  • 3.7 Clean, disinfect and store equipment according to organisation policy and procedure, infection control guidelines and manufacturer's instructions
  • 3.8 Re stock equipment and materials
  • 3.9 Clean and restore environment
4. Restore equipment
  • 4.1 Store leads are stored in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines
  • 4.2 Dispose of disposable electrodes and other materials in accordance with waste management procedures, taking into account opportunities to address waste minimisation, environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues
  • 4.3 Re stock equipment and materials
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9505 HLTSL408B Perform home based assessments for sleep studies Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD287 HLTSL408D Perform home based assessments for sleep studies Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J149 SIR40112 Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Qualification