CHCPAL001 Student Assessment Booklet - AGE (ID 98478)
CHCPAL001 Student Assessment Booklet - AGE (ID 98478)
CHCPAL001 Student Assessment Booklet - AGE (ID 98478)
Assessment Task 1: Written questions You must correctly answer all 9 questions to show that you
understand the knowledge required of this unit.
Assessment Task 2: Case study You are to read the case study and complete the questions
that follow.
Assessment Task 3: Role play You are undertake a role play relating to pain management
for a client in late stages of stomach cancer. You will also
need to answer a set of verbal questions.
Assessment Task 4: Role play You are undertake a role play relating to the development of
an advance care plan.
Supporting resources
You may like to look at the following websites, books and documents for more information about the topics
related to this unit:
Croft, H 2013, The Australian Carer 3rd edn, Pearson Australia, Frenchs Forest, NSW.
Assessment appeals
You can make an appeal about an assessment decision by putting it in writing and sending it to us. Refer to
your Student Handbook for more information about our appeals process.
1. Written questions
2. Case studies
3. Role play 1
4. Role play 2
Read through the assessments in this booklet before you fill out and sign the agreement below. Make sure
you sign this before you start any of your assessments.
Have you read and understood what is required of you in terms of assessment? Yes No
Do you agree to the way in which you are being assessed? Yes No
Do you have any special needs or considerations to be made for this assessment? Yes No
If yes, what are they?
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Students: Please fill out this cover sheet clearly and accurately for this task.
Make sure you have kept a copy of your work.
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Written questions
STUDENT DECLARATION
I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded with any other student/s.
I have correctly referenced all resources and reference texts throughout these assessment tasks.
I understand that if I am found to be in breach of policy, disciplinary action may be taken against me.
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TASK SUMMARY:
This is an open book test – you can use the Internet, textbooks and other documents
to help you with your answers if required.
You must answer all 9 questions correctly.
Write your answers in the space provided.
If you need more space, you can use extra paper. All extra pieces of paper must
include your name and the question number/s you are answering.
You may like to use a computer to type your answers. Your assessor will tell you if you
can email them the file or if you need to print a hard copy and submit it.
If your assessor marks any of your answers as incorrect, they will talk to you about resubmission. You will
need to do one of the following:
Answer the questions that were incorrect in writing.
Answer the questions that were incorrect verbally.
Principle 1:
Principle 2:
Principle 3:
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e) What are four things that you can do to help your colleagues deal with their emotions?
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f) In the final stages of life, appetite and thirst may decrease significantly. Family members may feel that they
should try to feed the person. What would you advise the family members?
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g) Choose one of the misconceptions from a) above. In one paragraph describe why it is a misconception
and what the truth is around this statement.
a) You feel that people have the right to get a second opinion. Should you refer Shamus’s family to a good
doctor that you know? Explain your answer.
a) Why is Katherine experiencing this type of reaction so soon after her husband’s death?
i) What would you say to Katherine to reduce her fear of something going wrong at the funeral?
QUESTION 7
Constipation is a common problem in palliative care clients. Laxatives may be prescribed by the doctor to
assist with this.
Apart from medication, what are two supports that a personal care worker can give to a client suffering from
constipation?
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A client’s family is looking for some information on palliative care. They have received the information
provided by the HACC team but they are looking for more.
Research the Internet and find a reputable source of information that they can access to find out more. Write
down the source of this information (ie the website address).
QUESTION 9
Describe each of the following terms – give an example of each.
a) What are the ethical issues involved in this scenario and what action should the care worker take?
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Case study
STUDENT DECLARATION
I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded with any other student/s.
I have correctly referenced all resources and reference texts throughout these assessment tasks.
I understand that if I am found to be in breach of policy, disciplinary action may be taken against me.
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TASK SUMMARY:
You are to read the case study and complete the questions that follow.
If your assessor marks any of your answers as incorrect, they will talk to you about resubmission. You will
need to do one of the following:
Answer the questions that were incorrect in writing.
Answer the questions that were incorrect verbally.
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4. List three types of care that you and Jasmin can give Thordrie at this stage.
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6. Who should you talk to if you don’t know what to do during this end-of-life stage?
10. You and Jasmin may have cultural practices and religious beliefs that are very different to those of
Thordrie’s family. How should you deal with this situation?
12. What will you and Jasmin do to care for Thordrie’s body after death? List the steps you need to take.
14. You are a new personal care worker and have not previously prepared a body after death. You are feeling
uneasy but are prepared to get the job done.
What can you do to look after yourself – now and during the next few days?
Students: Please fill out this cover sheet clearly and accurately for this task.
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Role play
STUDENT DECLARATION
I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded with any other student/s.
I have correctly referenced all resources and reference texts throughout these assessment tasks.
I understand that if I am found to be in breach of policy, disciplinary action may be taken against me.
Date: ______________________________________________________________________________________________
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TASK SUMMARY:
You are undertake a role play about pain management for a client in late stages of
stomach cancer. After the role play you will need to answer a set of verbal questions.
If your assessor sees that you have not shown appropriate skills or knowledge, they will give you some
feedback and you will need to do the role play again or answer the verbal questions again.
INSTRUCTIONS:
You are a care worker who is working with a client called John. He has terminal stomach cancer and is
receiving palliative care.
John’s care plan provides you with the following information:
He is in the late stages of stomach cancer.
Pain medication is morphine taken orally. It has been successful in reducing pain and discomfort.
John needs to be reminded to take regular sips of water to remain hydrated.
Today John has received his morphine as usual – his last dose was one hour ago.
Document John’s pain and other symptoms using the Pain and Symptom Management Form provided.
Communicate appropriately in relation to John’s quality of life, pain, comfort and wishes.
For example, you should listen carefully to John, consider your body language, show respect, be empathetic, use clarifying
statements, confirm understanding, etc
Create an emotionally supportive environment in which John can share information about his condition
and his current symptoms.
For example, by developing trust, asking sensitive and appropriate questions, etc
Use strategies to manage John’s pain and make him more comfortable
For example, ensuring he is in a position that is comfortable; considering his hydration; asking if he is hot/cold and making
sure you address his needs
VERBAL QUESTIONS
At the completion of the role play, your assessor will ask you a set of verbal questions about John and his
care.
Name: Date:
DOB: Address:
Diagnosis of illness:
Laxative as required
Client’s prognosis
He has had surgery and one round of both chemotherapy and radiotherapy. However, the cancer has
spread to the bowel region.
John has made the decision to refuse any further surgery or chemo/radio therapy and is now receiving
palliative care.
John’s condition is terminal – John’s doctor has indicated that he may have 3–5 months left.
Needs assistance for all activities of daily living John has accepted his condition
Pain is severe but well controlled with John has a very supportive family who visit often
medication He may sometimes be teary, but is generally in
Requires assistance with feeding (liquid diet) good spirits
and drinking
Family: Spiritual/religious:
Palliative care only – no further surgery, John is able to communicate himself with no
chemotherapy or radiation therapy at John’s trouble.
request.
Maintain hydration.
Date: Time:
Medication:
Pain level:
No Worst
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Pain 0 Pain 10
Source: http://www.wps.ac.nz
Is the pain relief you are currently receiving enough to make a real difference to your life?
Adverse Events
Nausea
Vomiting
Itching
Mental cloudiness
Sweating
Fatigue
Drowsiness
Comments:
Action to be taken:
Students: Please fill out this cover sheet clearly and accurately for this task.
Make sure you have kept a copy of your work.
Name:
Unit:
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Role play
STUDENT DECLARATION
I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded with any other student/s.
I have correctly referenced all resources and reference texts throughout these assessment tasks.
I understand that if I am found to be in breach of policy, disciplinary action may be taken against me.
Date: ______________________________________________________________________________________________
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TASK SUMMARY:
You are undertake a role play relating to the development of an advance care plan.
If your assessor sees that you have not shown appropriate skills or knowledge, they will give you some
feedback and you will need to do the role play again. If you have not completed all parts of the template
correctly, you will need to fix and resubmit.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Identify that Jim’s needs will vary from now until his death.
For example, his support needs will change as his health status deteriorates; Jim should understand that his plans can be
changed at any time.
Support Jim and Thelma to talk about their needs, including physical, cultural and spiritual needs.
Use the advance care plan template to guide your discussion.
Identify any needs and issues that may be outside of your own boundaries and refer to appropriate
person for advice
For example student’s supervisor or client’s medical practitioner