2.1 Evaluates and demonstrate compliance to national and local policies relevant to Surgical First Assistant, role integration and practice including:
• Patient safety checklist (roles and responsibilities)
• A broad range of equipment
• COSHH
• Waste Management
2.2 Implements risk management strategies and policy in the preparation of a safe working environment for a broad range of patients and procedures
2.3 Follows national and local guidelines for the monitoring and evaluation of patient’s fluid balance
2.4 Applies discharge policy/criteria to the individual patient prior to the handing over of care to the receiving ward or department
2.5 Analyses the effects and of a broad range of prescribed medications and take action in accordance with national and local guidelines where necessary
2.6 Promotes the application of statutory, national and local guidelines to the surgical care of the patient
