Elder Abuse Flashcards
1
Q
Who are the abusers
A
35% partner 33% other family 9% home help 3% friends 33% neighbours/acquaintances
2
Q
The classic victim
A
>75 Female Functionally impaired Without a role Lonely Fearful Living at home with adult child
3
Q
Signs of abuse
A
Recurrent or unexplained injuries Non concordance Poor personal care Malnutrition Dehydration Depression Withdrawal Fearfulness Imposed social or physical isolation Misuse of medication Mention of punishment Conflicting stories Hostility New poverty Fear of care giver New health problem Refusal of outside services Physician shopping
4
Q
Risk factors for abuse
A
Sever cognitive impairment Sever physical impairment Family history of violence Isolation of carer Control of finances by care giver New health problems
5
Q
Management of abuse
A
Documentation
Inform ward manager
Examination by reg or above
NUH safeguarding adults team
6
Q
Epidemiology of elder abuse
A
4% of pop 5% verbal 2% physical 2% financial 5.4 f 2.1 m
