abuse

Question 1

What is abuse

Answer 1

physical or mental harm caused deliberately by another person or persons

Question 2

what are the types of abuse and examples

Answer 2

1. physical abuse - force or violence that causes pain, injury or death.
2. sexual abuse - unwanted sexual activity
3. emotional abuse - occurs through words and actions that cause mental harm
4. financial abuse - misuse of a persons property or money for the abusers financial gain
5. Bullying - a type of abuse where one or a group of people are involved in activities that could hurt someone else.
6. neglect - failure to provide necessary care, attention, or support to someone or something, resulting in harm, lack of well-being, or deterioration

Question 3

who are potential abusers

Answer 3

caregivers
partners
family members
older adult/resident

Question 4

which individuals are more at risk for abuse

Answer 4

-marginalized people
-children
-socially or geographically isolated older adults
-older adults with reduced cognition
-dependent older adults

Question 5

what is the cycle of abuse

Answer 5

tension building phase > abusive phase > honeymoon phase; repeats

Question 6

what factors may increase the occurrence of abuse

Answer 6

• Felt overwhelmed and that no
  one was available to help
• Has problems with alcohol or
  drugs
• Has a mental illness
• Was abused as a child
• Is going though a period of high
  stress

Question 7

job related factors that can increase the risk of abuse

Answer 7

• Environment
• Lack of Education
• Inadequate supervision
• Insufficient staffing
  Caregiver burnout as a result of all the stress
  factor’s mentioned above is a leading cause of
  abuse.

Question 8

why don’t older adults report abuse

Answer 8

• fear of backlash from the abuser
  -may not know where or how to get help
  -may fear that they will be forced to move into a facility
  -may not have physical/cognitive ability to report
  -believe they deserved it.

Question 9

what is caregiver burnout and symptoms of burnout

Answer 9

state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that can affect people who are providing long-term care for individuals with chronic illnesses, disabilities, aging-related issues, or other health challenges

symptoms - over exhaustion, disrupted sleep, headaches, work related injuries, stomach problems, depression

Question 10

what do you do when abuse occurs

Answer 10

1. report immediately to your supervisor
2. report the situation objectively.

Question 11

what is the adult guardianship act

Answer 11

protects vulnerable adults from abuse

Question 12

roles and responsibilities of HCA regarding abuse

Answer 12

-have knowledge, skill and judgement.
-provide active listening, reassurance, and empathy to the client
-recognize signs of abuse
-intervene as appropriate
- report/notify supervisor

Question 13

what is the community care and assisted living act

Answer 13

• Regulations for facilities,
  including the requirement
  to report abuse