Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: VE 2021
Class Number: All
Class Section: All
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Course Code: NURS5366C
Course Title: Process reusable medical devices and equipment
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6157 - Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics
Course Contact: Sue Fatone
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1406
Course Contact Email: sue.fatone@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Vocational Educator
Sandra Torbica
sandra.tobica@rmit.edu.au
Eleanor Schroeder
eleanor.schroeder@rmit.edu.au
Angie Ioannidis
angie.ioannidis@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 30
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to clean, sterilise and package reusable medical devices and equipment.
This unit applies to workers in office based health practice settings such as general practitioner (GP) surgeries, dental practices and other environments where a limited range of sterilisation equipment may be available. They follow established procedures and work under general supervision.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTINF002 Process reusable medical devices and equipment |
Element: |
1. Prepare to clean used items |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow safe work practices and infection prevention and control in accordance with legislative and workplace guidelines 1.2 Sort reusable medical devices and safely dispose of single use devices 1.3 Segregate and dispose of waste according to organisation and legislative requirements 1.4 Disassemble reusable medical devices and equipment for cleaning and disinfection according to manufacturer’s instructions |
Element: |
2. Clean and dry used items |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Maintain work flow protocols in reprocessing area 2.2 Interpret safety data sheet (SDS) and select required cleaning products 2.3 Select cleaning processes based on manufacturer’s recommendations and evaluation of reusable medical devices construction and composition 2.4 Use cleaning methods that avoid the generation of aerosols 2.5 Make accurate calculations for the preparation of cleaning chemicals 2.6 Dry and inspect reusable medical devices for cleanliness and damage |
Element: |
3. Prepare and pack items for sterilisation |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Open and unlock reusable medical devices with hinges or ratchets 3.2 Prepare instrument trays in accordance with workplace protocols 3.3 Package or wrap reusable medical devices in a manner that prevents damage to delicate items 3.4 Use chemical indicator according to standards 3.5 Pack, secure and label sterile barrier systems (SBS) to comply with aseptic removal principles |
Element: |
4. Sterilise loads |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Interpret and apply manufacturer recommendations for cleaning and checking of steriliser and accessory equipment. 4.2 Correctly use the numerical and other features of the steriliser and operate in accordance with manufacturer instructions 4.3 Assign cycle and batch control number and complete documentation. 4.4 Load steriliser to ensure sterilant contact and according to standards 4.5 Remove sterilised load immediately on completion of cycle 4.6 Follow criteria for release of processed items considering manual task risk factors |
Element: |
5. Comply with quality management requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Interpret and adhere to operational monitoring and testing, performance qualification and maintenance of sterilisers and associated equipment 5.2 Comply with documentation requirements for sterilisation cycles, batch control and load release 5.3 Report and document all steriliser faults, malfunction and load non-conformance 5.4 Store documentation in accordance with organisation procedures |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you will be able to;
1. Prepare to clean used items
2. Clean and dry used items
3. Prepare and pack items for sterilisation
4. Sterilise loads
5. Comply with quality management requirements
Details of Learning Activities
Online lectures
Simulated Clinical practicals and assessments
Teaching Schedule
Session 1:
Overview of the unit
Legal Framework
Industry expectations
Session 2:
Sterilisation Principles
Session 3:
Sterilisation Procedures
Practical Session
Session 4:
Sterilisation Failure
Practical Session
Session 5:
Quality Assurance Management
Practical Session
Session 6:
Practical Assessment 1
Session 7:
Practical Assessment 2
Session 8:
Practical Assessment 3
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Australian Dental Association Guidelines for Infection Control |
978-0-909961-41-1 |
Australia and New Zealand Standard 4815 |
0-7337-7369-9 |
Dental Board of Australia Guidelines on infection control |
|
Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare (2019) |
978-1-86496-028-0 |
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
You must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that you have:
- followed organisation procedures, work processes, safe manual handling requirements and national standards for the reprocessing of reusable medical devices on at least 3 occasions
- operated and monitored reprocessing equipment on at least 1 occasion
- identified and responded to routine process and maintenance problems and variations
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency.
Regular attendance is necessary. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks and consist of theory and practical based tasks.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency.
To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in then workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria.
Assessment Task 1. Practical Assessment 1
Assessment Task 2. Practical Assessment 2
Assessment Task 3. Practical Assessment 3
Assessment Task 4. Knowledge Assessment
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment tasks listed in this course guide address all the elements and criteria of the requirements of this course.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning
activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment
dates, results and progress, Canvas etc. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time). https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the
skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life
experiences. https://rmit.service-now.com/navpage.do
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency
addressed in this course. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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