SHBBBOS011 — Provide superficial lymph massage treatments

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What an assessment for SHBBBOS011 must cover

47 assessable components: 5 elements (25 performance criteria), 3 performance evidence and 14 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 Establish client priorities.

1.1Access and review client treatment plan if available.
1.2Discuss massage requirements and lifestyle factors with client and identify treatment priorities.
1.3Review indications for treatment, contraindications and client feedback and modify treatment plan as required.
1.4Identify contraindications which prevent treatment and recommend suitable alternative treatments or refer client to appropriate professional as required.
1.5Confirm treatment objectives and develop or revise treatment plan with client.
1.6Obtain written medical approval as required.

2 Prepare for treatment.

2.1Clean and check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment according to organisational policy.
2.2Prepare client, equipment and products based on agreed treatment plan.
2.3Present self, according to organisational policy.
2.4Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
2.5Comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.

3 Provide lymphatic massage.

3.1Position self to minimise fatigue and risk of injury.
3.2Apply superficial lymph massage routine according to treatment plan.
3.3Ensure client modesty and comfort throughout treatment.
3.4Maintain infection control procedures throughout treatment.
3.5Monitor effects and modify massage appropriately.
3.6Apply post treatment products according to manufacturer instructions.

4 Review treatment and provide post treatment advice.

4.1Evaluate lymph massage treatment with client.
4.2Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.
4.3Advise client on expected reactions and provide home care and lifestyle advice.
4.4Discuss next treatment and rebook client as required.
4.5Complete and store treatment documentation.

5 Clean treatment area.

5.1Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
5.2Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.
5.3Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.

Performance evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
design, interpret, modify and record treatment plans for five clients for manual superficial lymph massage for the face and body as follows: - body for relaxation or retention of fluid - face to treat any two of the following: - facial oedema - pre and post-operatively - relaxation - scar tissue - acne - rosacea or telangiectasias
for the above, design and provide treatment routines that demonstrate appropriate selection, application and combination of the following superficial lymph massage movements: - correct pressure, direction and stroke pattern - appropriate rhythm, speed and treatment duration - stationary, circle, pump, scoop and rotary movements

Knowledge evidence

state or territory and local health, hygiene and skin penetration regulations and requirements relevant to superficial lymph massage treatment
organisational policies and procedures relevant to superficial lymph massage treatment: - client record management - equipment use and maintenance - incident reporting - linen use and laundry - personal hygiene and presentation - presentation of treatment area - waste disposal - work health and safety
legal and insurance liabilities and responsibilities regarding treatments
scope of practice: - when to refer clients to other practitioners - role of complementary therapist and medical practitioner
indications for manual superficial lymph massage: - facial oedema - pre and post-operative - relaxation - scar tissue - acne - rosacea - telangiectasias
contraindications to manual superficial lymph massage: - raised temperature - disease: - heart - kidney - liver - skin - acute asthma - acute allergies - cancer - contagious disease - organ transplant - hyperthyreosis over the throat area
detailed anatomy and physiology of lymphatic system: - lymphatic pathways - lymph tissue, vessels, nodes, nodules - lymphocytes - lymph composition and formation - the spleen - the thymus - the thoracic duct and the right lymphatic duct - lymphatic circulation - role of lymphatic system in immunity and wound healing - formation of oedema - correct terminology
anatomy and physiology of the skin and skin structures as they relate to superficial lymph massage treatments
phases of skin growth, cell renewal, healing of skin and factors affecting epidermal mitosis
normal skin response to irritation and trauma
scars, including hypertrophic and keloid (their origin and evolution), and abnormal scar tissue
effects of lymphatic treatments on physical structure of skin
wound healing in different skin types and locations
causes of skin reactions and allergies in regard to treatments.

Foundation skills

Reading skills: interpret and follow manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets for dilution, handling and disposal of cleaning products source and interpret credible information from anatomy and physiology publications and anatomical charts and models.
Writing skills: record treatment using anatomy and physiology terminology to describe body areas and anatomical positions related to lymph massage.
Oral communication skills: select and use appropriate terminology in consultations with clients protect confidentiality of client information by ensuring that other clients and colleagues do not overhear discussions calculate treatment price and timing.
Self-management skills: manage treatment length recognise scope of practice issues and refer clients to colleagues or health care professionals.
Technology skills: access credible online publications and resources that build knowledge for providing advice to clients use client software to update client notes, and record stock data and product purchases.

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What does an assessment tool for SHBBBOS011 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SHBBBOS011 needs to address all 47 unit components: 5 elements with 25 performance criteria, 3 performance evidence requirements, 14 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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