2. Abuse and Neglect of Elderly and Dependent Clients Flashcards
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Clinical Mandate Signs of Neglect and Abandonment:
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Elderly and dependent neglect occurs from a neighbor, self, or from a caretaker who is not doing what they need to do
Typical signs of neglect and abandonment include physical abuse, financial abuse, medical abuse (medications), and social isolation (withholding mail or not letting them talk to others)
A SW must report these behaviors to adult protection services (APS)
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Elderly and Dependent Clients:
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An elderly client is someone who is over 65 years old
A dependent client is someone who requires care from someone else or has a severe mental health issue, use a wheelchair, receive disability checks, or have mental retardation
