Abuse Of Older Adults - Nursing Process Flashcards
1
Q
What does legislation require nurses to do if they suspect abuse/neglect of older adults?
A
Requires nurses to report (CNO accountability to report)
2
Q
Can you report abuse if you suspect it but not yet confirmed?
A
Yes, and it is required that u do
3
Q
Can you report abuse if you suspect it but not yet confirmed?
A
Yes, and it is required that u do
4
Q
What are reasonable grounds of reporting abuse/neglect?
A
- Reliable source
- patient report of abuse
5
Q
If an older adult tells you they are being abused what should you not do?
A
- do not deny what is going on
- do not confront the perpetrator yourself
6
Q
What should you do when an older adult tells you they are being abused?
A
- believe
- educate yourself
- encourage them to seek help
- be patient
- do not judge
- understand making effort to change an abusive relationship is difficult
