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Unit Title:

Contribute to monitoring the health of individuals affected
by health conditions

Unit sector reference:

HSC 2004

Level:

2

Credit value:

2

Guided learning hours:

18

Unit accreditation number:

M/601/9026

Unit purpose and aim
This unit is aimed at those working in a wide range of settings. It provides the learner with the
knowledge and skills required to observe, monitor, record and report on the health of individuals
affected by health conditions.
Learning Outcomes
The learner will:

Assessment Criteria
The learner can:

1

Understand monitoring of
the health of individuals
affected by health
conditions

1.1 Explain the importance of
monitoring the health of
individuals affected by a
health condition
1.2 Describe ways in which
the health of individuals
can be monitored

Be able to carry out
observations of the health
of individuals affected by
health conditions

2.1 Identify what
observations have been
agreed to monitor the
health condition of an
individual
2.2 Carry out required
observations in ways that:
 respect the individual’s
dignity and privacy
 reassure the individual
and minimise any fears
or concerns
 follow agreed ways of
working

2

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Exemplification
Health may include aspects
that affect:
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Physical health
Psychological well-being

Observations may include:
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Informal observations
Physical measurements
Other agreed ways of
monitoring

An individual is someone
requiring care or support
Agreed ways of working will
include policies and
procedures, where these exist

1

Learning Outcomes

Assessment Criteria

3

Be able to record and
report on observations

3.1 Record required indicators
of an individual’s condition
3.2 Report changes in the
individual’s condition, in
line with agreed ways of
working
3.3 Explain when changes
may be needed to usual
recording and reporting
requirements about an
individual’s health
condition

4

Be able to respond to
changes in an individual’s
condition

4.1 Take immediate action...