HLTAUD009 — Conduct audiometric screening for young school age children

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What an assessment for HLTAUD009 must cover

47 assessable components: 6 elements (29 performance criteria), 2 performance evidence and 11 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 audiometric screening for young school age children

1.1Check and confirm forms and materials required for audiometric screening are available
1.2Prepare physical environment and check ambient noise level meets 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 child and carer

2.1Take case history and identify potential developmental delays requiring referral
2.2Explain test procedure and administrative processes to the child and carer
2.3Give child and carer the opportunity to ask questions and discuss concerns
2.4Identify and meet additional needs of child
2.5Obtain consent from carer and maintain confidentiality of client information

3 Conduct otoscopy in young school age children

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
3.4Make referrals for further assessment and treatment based on client needs, according to organisational procedures

4 Complete audiometric test for young school age children

4.1Follow 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
4.2Conduct play audiometry using equipment according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions
4.3Review test results for validity, reliability and accuracy according to organisational procedures
4.4Identify unreliable test results and repeat testing according to standard protocols to achieve reliable results
4.5Conduct screening tympanometry according to organisational procedures
4.6Record results according to Australian/New Zealand standards
4.7Clean and store equipment according to manufacturer instructions and infection control procedures

5 Review test results with child and their carer

5.1Examine results and determine outcome from data obtained
5.2Communicate test outcome to the child and their carer
5.3Discuss options for further tests with carer
5.4Give child and carer the opportunity to ask questions and discuss areas of concern
5.5Use organisation-approved formats to document clear and concise summaries of the test outcomes

6 Refer client to appropriate facility

6.1Review test results to identify need for referral and refer client for further assessment and treatment according to organisational procedures
6.2Establish contact with referral agency and provide client information
6.3Discuss issues and concerns with referral agency representative
6.4Follow up referral to ensure continuity of case management

Performance evidence

followed organisational procedures and protocols to independently conduct reliable and accurate pure tone audiometry tests for at least 10 different children aged 4-6 years, by applying appropriate methods
While conducting the above audiometric screening for school age children, there must be evidence that candidate has: • recognised and responded appropriately to at least one child not giving true thresholds • used a client-centred approach to: o communicate with children and carers o confirm child and carer understanding o provide explanations of procedures, results and recommended next steps o provide opportunities for child and carer to ask questions • identified the need for and made referrals for at least 3 clients for further assessment and treatment

Knowledge evidence

national and state/territory legal and ethical requirements relevant to conducting audiometric screening for school age children, including: o children in the workplace o duty of care o informed consent o policy frameworks and government programs o privacy, confidentiality and disclosure o records management o reporting requirements o use of disposable vs. reusable instruments to minimise the risk of cross-contamination
work roles, including: o responsibilities and limitations o boundaries of audiometrist role, including no role in diagnostics o relationship between audiometry and other health professionals o role of the family/carer o indicators for referral
stages of typical childhood speech and hearing development: o milestones o variations from the norm o impact of hearing loss on early development of speech and language o behaviours of children at risk of hearing loss
anatomy of children’s ears and the implications for otoscopy
factors to consider when working with families during testing
common hearing disorders in children including conditions of outer, middle and inner ear, and central pathways
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and middle ear disease
culturally safe practices
play audiometry principles and techniques, including: o conditioning o reliability and validity o visual cues o screening for functional hearing loss
techniques for managing children during testing, including: o focusing attention to task o distraction o engagement
key milestones in children’s development and indicators for referrals for further assessment and treatment

Foundation skills

Reading: interprets organisational procedures related to conducting audiometric screening for school age children and referrals. · interprets equipment manufacturer instructions.
Oral communication: uses clear, respectful language to explain audiometric test procedures to child and carer and obtain informed consent. · uses active listening and questioning techniques to clarify child and carer expectations and concerns.
Numeracy: interprets measured values and threshold levels.
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.
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 HLTAUD009 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for HLTAUD009 needs to address all 47 unit components: 6 elements with 29 performance criteria, 2 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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