UNITEK LVN ELDER ABUSE AND
NEGLECT CORRECT 100%
Elder abuse is - ANSWERViolence toward individuals over the age of 65
5 classifications of elder abuse - ANSWER1. Physical or sexual
2. Psychological abuse
3. Misuse of assets
4. Medical abuse (withholding necessary treatment or aids for ADLs)
5. Neglect
Emotional or psychological abuse - ANSWERThe infliction of anguish, pain, or
distress through verbal or nonverbal acts, including intimidation or enforced social
isolation
Sexual abuse - ANSWERNon consensual sexual contract of any kind with an elderly
person, including those individuals unable to give consent
Physical abuse - ANSWERThe use of physical force that has potential to result in
bodily injury, physical pain, or impairment
Common reasons for abuse and neglect - ANSWER1. Frustration and exhaustion of
caregiver
2. Alcoholism
3. Turbulent lifestyles
4. Lack of financial, emotional, family, & community resources
What are the two most important indicators of abuse identified by the National
Center on Elder Abuse ? - ANSWER1. Older persons frequent or unexplained crying
2. Olde persons unexplained fear of or suspicion of a particular person(s) in the
home
Types of elder mistreatment - ANSWERMedical abuse
Emotional or psychological abuse
Sexual abuse
Physical abuse
Financial or material abuse or exploitation
Neglect
Abandonment
Medical abuse - ANSWERSubjecting a person to unwanted medical treatment or
procedures; medical neglect occurs when medically necessary and desired
treatment is withheld
Financial or material abuse or exploitation - ANSWERThe illegal or improper use of
older adults funds, property, or assets
