Title: Identify the consequences of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Course: Nurse Aide II (14051-II) > Section: Explaining Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Practice for the Certified Nurse Aide

Identification should include possible consequences of abuse (including texting or posting pictures to social media), neglect, or exploitation, such as

- conviction
- permanent bar to employment in health care
- revocation of certification
- other legal action.

Refer to Unit XIV 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:

- What is the difference between abuse and neglect?
- How can social media result in an allegation of abuse?
- How does the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) relate to social media use?