Provision of age-appropriate clinical care for the aged and disabled should be based on their specific psychosocial and physical needs and the use of prosthetic or orthotic devices.

Refer to Unit IX in Nurse Aide Curriculum (https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/media/dhpweb/docs/nursing/forms/education/NurseAide_Ed_Program_Curriculum.doc), Virginia Board of Nursing, Virginia Department of Health Professions, 2018.

Process/Skill Questions:

How do the needs of the aged and disabled differ from other client/resident/patient populations?
What special equipment can be used for various disabilities?
What resources are available to assist a CNA in caring for the aged and disabled within the scope of practice?