HLTAUD008 — Conduct audiometric testing

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What an assessment for HLTAUD008 must cover

93 assessable components: 5 elements (23 performance criteria), 20 performance evidence and 45 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 5 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare for hearing tests

1.1Check and confirm forms and materials required for audiometric tests are available
1.2Prepare physical environment and check ambient noise level meet Australian/New Zealand standards
1.3Perform basic equipment checks and ensure calibration requirements are met
1.4Check and confirm personal protective equipment is available for use

2 Establish a positive relationship with the client

2.1Take detailed case history and explain administrative procedures to client
2.2Use questioning and active listening to identify client expectations
2.3Explain purpose and process of otoscopy and audiometric tests using client-centric approach
2.4Address client concerns and adapt communication to meet diverse needs
2.5Obtain client consent and maintain confidentiality of client information

3 Conduct otoscopy

3.1Follow personal hygiene and infection control, including hand hygiene, correct, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe handling of materials, in accordance with organisational procedures
3.2Conduct otoscopy and maintain client comfort according to organisational procedures
3.3Identify contraindications requiring referral
3.4Refer client for further assessment and treatment based on client needs, according to organisational procedures

4 Conduct audiometric testing

4.1Select and conduct audiometric tests according to organisational procedures
4.2Use basic audiometry equipment and instruments according to manufacturer instructions
4.3Review test results for validity, reliability and accuracy according to organisational procedures
4.4Identify unreliable test results and repeat testing to achieve reliable results
4.5Clean and store equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and infection control procedures
4.6Record results according to Australian/New Zealand standards
4.7Use test results to identify specific hearing loss and/or any abnormal functions

5 Make recommendations

5.1Interpret and integrate results across test batteries to establish an overall test outcome
5.2Discuss audiometric findings with clients, including options for hearing aids or further specialised testing
5.3Write reports and refer client for further assessment and treatment according to organisational procedures

Performance evidence

followed organisational procedures and protocols to independently conduct reliable and accurate audiometric tests for at least 15 different adult clients, including:
clients of varying ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds
clients with varying degree and types of hearing loss
While conducting the above audiometric testing, there must be evidence that the candidate has:
selected and performed each of the following on at least one occasion:
pure-tone audiometry using air conduction
pure-tone audiometry using bone conduction with masking
speech audiometry with performance intensity function
speech audiometry with masking
impedance audiometry with tympanometry
impedance audiometry with ipsilateral reflexes
integrated and validated results across the entire test battery to establish an overall audiometric picture for all clients
determined the type of hearing loss based on test results for all clients
recognised and addressed potential inconsistencies for all clients
used a client-centred approach with all clients to:
communicate with clients
confirm client understanding
provide explanations of procedures, results and recommended next steps
provide opportunities for client to ask questions
referred at least 3 clients for further assessment and treatment according to organisational procedures

Knowledge evidence

national and state/territory legal and ethical requirements, including:
contractual obligations
duty of care
informed consent
privacy, confidentiality and disclosure
records management
Australian/New Zealand and international standards that apply to audiometric tests, including:
physical environment requirements as per Australian New Zealand standards
equipment calibration
standard infection control precautions in audiometric testing
work roles, including:
responsibilities and limitations
boundaries of job role
indicators for referral
relationship with other health professionals
difference between generalist and specialist functions in audiometric testing
causes and types of hearing loss
contraindications for hearing assessments
auditory processing disorder (APD)
characteristics of audiometric tests, including:
purpose of different tests
materials that can be used
suitability of tests for different clients
reliability and validity of tests
transducers including headphones, insert earphones, bone conductor, free field)
stimuli including pure tone, warble, narrow band noise, broad band noises, speech
hearing assessment battery elements:
case history and identifying referral pathways
otoscopy
types of audiometric testing:
air conduction
bone conduction
speech discrimination
speech reception threshold (SRT)
ipsi/contralateral reflex testing
reflex decay
masking techniques:
pure tone masking
speech masking
tympanometry:
purpose and application in testing middle ear function.
other objective tests:
otoacoustic emissions (OAES)
auditory brainstem responses (ABRS)
cortical auditory evoked potentials (CAEPS)

Foundation skills

Reading: interprets organisational procedures related to audiometric testing and referrals. · interprets equipment manufacturer instructions.
Writing: documents test results using approved templates and terminology. · writes concise and clear summaries for referrals and reports. · maintains client records in line with documentation standards.
Oral communication: uses clear, respectful language to explain audiometric test procedures and obtain informed consent. · uses active listening and questioning techniques to clarify client expectations and concerns.
Numeracy: interprets measured values and threshold levels.
Learning: retrieves and evaluates information sources. · operates and monitors equipment safely and efficiently. · reflects on own practice and modify approach as needed.

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What does an assessment tool for HLTAUD008 need to cover?

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