Provide assistance during emergence phase of anaesthesia

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
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Unit of competency

National Code
HLTAN404C

State Code
D5754

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

01/08/2011

Field of Education

060301 - General Nursing

Original Release Date

01/08/2011

Nominal Hours

100

Description

DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance in the immediate post- procedural stage during the emergence phase of anaesthesia

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare drugs and equipment for emergence phase

1.1 Select and prepare equipment for the administration of drugs and ensure it is in the correct condition for use
1.2 Collect, check and prepare drugs for administration under the direction of the anaesthetist and within national legislation and organisation policies and procedures
1.3 Identify allergies, contra-indications and side effects which may affect the safe administration of drugs and refer to the anaesthetist
1.4 Prepare site following site selection by the anaesthetist and under the direction of the anaesthetist
1.5 Handle and dispose of sharps safely
1.6 Select and check equipment for airway management and ensure it is made available for use

2. Assist in management of client's airway during emergence phase

2.1 Assist anaesthetist with client positioning to facilitate management of client's airway
2.2 Assist anaesthetist to optimise oxygenation of client
2.3 Select, prepare and handle equipment in accordance with OHS and infection control policies and procedures
2.4 Assist anaesthetist as required during intubation and extubation
2.5 Provide reassurance to the client and take action to limit injury in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
2.6 Observe client's condition throughout the procedure and take action when required or at the direction of the anaesthetist
2.7 Dispose of contaminated equipment and body fluids safely in accordance with waste management policies

3. Administration of drugs following and under the direction of the anaesthetist consistent with practice and procedure and state and territory legislation

3.1 Explain intended actions to provide reassurance and elicit cooperation from client
3.2 Refer potential problems to the anaesthetist prior to administration
3.3 Administer the drug in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and state/territory legislation
3.4 Complete documentation

4. Restore equipment and environment at completion of procedure and following transfer of client

4.1 Clean, disinfect and/or sterilise equipment as required and in accordance with infection control guidelines and manufacturer's instructions
4.2 Manage faulty equipment in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
4.3 Dispose of disposable items in accordance with waste management policies
4.4 Handle soiled linen in accordance with infection control guidelines
4.5 Restock consumables
4.6 Clean and restore environment

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
C6580	HLTAN4A	Provide assistance during emergence phase of anaesthesia	Unit of competency
C9062	HLTAN404B	Provide assistance during emergence phase of anaesthesia	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WD053	HLTAN404D	Provide assistance during emergence phase of anaesthesia	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D071	HLT42607	Certificate IV in Anaesthetic Technology	Qualification