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Contribute to the registration and assessment of donors
Contribute to the registration and assessment of donors
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTEN522C
HLTEN522C
State Code
WD141
WD141
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/07/2012
Field of Education
060113 - Pathology
Original Release Date
19/07/2012
Nominal Hours
40
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to register and assess blood donors
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Register donors
- 1.1 Ask the donor questions clearly and in an appropriate manner, level and pace and in a manner that encourages the donor to provide full answers
- 1.2 Check donor understanding of information and seek alternate approaches when necessary
- 1.3 Compare information provided by donor with existing records and identify discrepancies
- 1.4 Seek further details to clarify discrepancies
- 1.5 Enter relevant information clearly and accurately into the donor record
- 1.6 Explain the nature and purpose of procedures in a clear and appropriate manner
- 1.7 Answer donor questions and seek feedback of understanding of the nature and purpose of procedures before seeking informed consent
- 1.8 Provide accurate information about the nature and sequence of session activities appropriate to the donor's needs and concerns
- 1.9 Maintain the confidentiality of the donor
2. Assess donor suitability to give blood and blood components
- 2.1 Explain the purpose and importance of health screening to the donor in a clear and accurate manner, pace and level appropriate to the needs and concerns of the donor
- 2.2 Identify donor status and refer to relevant person when the donor requirements are outside legitimate responsibility
- 2.3 Ask questions, precisely as written, in a manner that encourages the donor to provide full answers
- 2.4 Refer to an appropriate person when the donor is not able or willing to provide the information needed for assessment
- 2.5 Information provided by the donor is assessed against specified criteria
- 2.6 Where information is obtained which indicates that the donor may be unsuitable, the reason for seeking further guidance is explained clearly and sensitively and accurate information is passed on to the appropriate person
- 2.7 Answer all donor questions clearly, accurately and in a manner that meets the donor's needs and concerns
- 2.8 Give appropriate support, information and advice to donors assessed as unsuitable
- 2.9 Enter all information clearly and accurately in the donor record
- 2.10 Maintain the confidentiality of the donor
3. Observe and report any irregularity in behaviour
- 3.1 Observe irregularities in potential donor behaviour
- 3.2 Determine type of situation and appropriate action
- 3.3 Take action to ensure safety of all persons in the immediate vicinity
- 3.4 Alert appropriate staff person and seek assistance if necessary
- 3.5 Document the incident
- 3.6 Report the incident to designated person
4. Contribute to the update of donor selection criteria
- 4.1 Document inconsistencies, omissions and ambiguities of donor information
- 4.2 Report inconsistencies, omissions and ambiguities to the designation person
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Donor status may include:
New
Lapsed
Regular
Type of interview area may include:
Static
Mobile
Caravan
Metropolitan
regional
Donor communication issues may include but is not limited to:
Language differences
Sensory difficulties
Other comprehension difficulties
Donor records may include:
Paper-based records
Computerised records
Regulations and standards may include:
Australian Code of Good Manufacturing Practice For Therapeutic Goods - Blood and Blood Components
MIMS Index of Therapeutic Agents (Drugs)
International Travel and Health Vaccination Requirements and health Advice, World Health Organisation, Geneva, Current edition
Australian Red Cross, National Blood Transfusion Committee, Guidelines for the Selection of Blood Donors
Factors that influence the importance and potential impact on the quality of the donation may include
Infectious diseases and their incubation periods
Sexual or mucosal contact or exchange of body fluids
Commonly used medicines and their side effects
Weight limits
How frequently a potential donor may donate for varying types of donations
Geographical locations which require special consideration
Hazardous occupations/recreational activities
Effect of invasive procedures, for example tattooing
Passive immunisation and vaccinations
Past and present medical conditions other than infections
Injuries and illnesses
Recent major surgery
Reasons for the careful selection of blood donors or blood componentsmay include:
Health of donor
Safety of blood supply
Safety of recipients
Safety of customer service
Production of a quality product
Safety of staff
Types of behaviour may include:
Verbal
Non-verbal
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Donor status may include:
New
Lapsed
Regular
Type of interview area may include:
Static
Mobile
Caravan
Metropolitan
regional
Donor communication issues may include but is not limited to:
Language differences
Sensory difficulties
Other comprehension difficulties
Donor records may include:
Paper-based records
Computerised records
Regulations and standards may include:
Australian Code of Good Manufacturing Practice For Therapeutic Goods - Blood and Blood Components
MIMS Index of Therapeutic Agents (Drugs)
International Travel and Health Vaccination Requirements and health Advice, World Health Organisation, Geneva, Current edition
Australian Red Cross, National Blood Transfusion Committee, Guidelines for the Selection of Blood Donors
Factors that influence the importance and potential impact on the quality of the donation may include
Infectious diseases and their incubation periods
Sexual or mucosal contact or exchange of body fluids
Commonly used medicines and their side effects
Weight limits
How frequently a potential donor may donate for varying types of donations
Geographical locations which require special consideration
Hazardous occupations/recreational activities
Effect of invasive procedures, for example tattooing
Passive immunisation and vaccinations
Past and present medical conditions other than infections
Injuries and illnesses
Recent major surgery
Reasons for the careful selection of blood donors or blood componentsmay include:
Health of donor
Safety of blood supply
Safety of recipients
Safety of customer service
Production of a quality product
Safety of staff
Types of behaviour may include:
Verbal
Non-verbal
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Observation of performance in a work context is essential for assessment of this unit
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of workplace situations and should occur on more than one occasion and be assessed by a registered nurse
Method of assessment)
Observation in the work place (if possible)
Written assignments/projects
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice.
Questioning
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Observation of performance in a work context is essential for assessment of this unit
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of workplace situations and should occur on more than one occasion and be assessed by a registered nurse
Method of assessment)
Observation in the work place (if possible)
Written assignments/projects
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice.
Questioning
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8225 | HLTEN522B | Contribute to the registration and assessment of donors | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVZ95 | HLTENN022 | Contribute to the registration, eligibility and assessment of donors | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D111 | HLT61107 | Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing) | Qualification |