Title: (Optional) Assist with the application and removal of braces, supports, and prosthetic devices.
Course: Health Assisting Careers (14002-I) > Section: Assisting with Patient/Client Procedures

Assistance should include differentiation of prosthetic and orthotic devices.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between a prosthetic and an orthotic device?
- Why is it important that these devices are applied correctly?
- Where would you find directions about how devices are to be applied?
- What are the signs of impaired circulation?
- What are the signs of skin breakdown?