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Use basic oral health screening tools

Use basic oral health screening tools

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCOHC303A
State Code
WB982
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
05/08/2014
Field of Education
060799 - Dental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
05/08/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the skills and knowledge required by workers to carry out basic oral health screening of clients using tools that are accepted by the oral health sector
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for and participate in basic routine oral health screening services
  • 1.1 Explain screening procedure and rationale to clients
  • 1.2 Take into account client's ability to self report
  • 1.3 Seek information and guidance on tools to work with certain individuals and the most suitable approach, taking into consideration factors such as, cognitive ability, communication methods and culture
  • 1.4 Obtain feedback from client to determine that procedure is understood and obtain consent from client or relevant substitute decision maker to conduct screening
  • 1.5 Prepare screening materials and documents
  • 1.6 Perform basic routine screening in line with legislative requirements, organisation requirements and within own work role
  • 1.7 Use only screeningtools that are currently accepted by the oral health sector and are fit for basic oral health screening as part of client support work
  • 1.8 Use tools correctly, strictly according to instructions, guidelines and/or training approved by the oral health sector'
2. Follow screening tool questioning, observation and recording requirements
  • 2.1 Use screening tool to question clients about their oral health taking into account specific individual issues
  • 2.2 Document and record client responses to questions
  • 2.3 Record observations about client's oral health in appropriate format according to tool and organisation guidelines
  • 2.4 Consult with other health personnel where necessary to assist with, confirm or clarify screening and recording processes and outcomes
  • 2.5 Complete reporting processes using information from client, significant others and own observations
  • 2.6 Confirm available and appropriate referral pathways to address identified client needs in line with own work role
  • 2.7 Where appropriate and in consultation with others where necessary, refer clients to address identified needs for oral health education and/or assessment
  • 2.8 Where screening was unsuccessful report and follow up appropriately
3. Review screening process and outcomes
  • 3.1 Ask for feedback from clients and other relevant stakeholders to determine the effectiveness of screening processes and identify any issues in own use of screening tool/s
  • 3.2 Where appropriate, discuss with clients and other relevant stakeholders any issues or obstacles relating to referrals made
  • 3.3 Discuss feedback with other members of the team and take appropriate action to address feedback where required
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WC950 CHCOHC303B Use basic oral health screening tools Unit of competency