Exam #1: Mistreatment of Older Adults Flashcards
1
Q
What is elder mistreatment?
A
- Intentional acts done to “vulnerable” older person
- Failure to satisfy elder’s basic needs or to protect the elder from harm
2
Q
What are the different forms of elder abuse?
A
- Physical abuse
- Psychological abuse
- Neglect
- Self-neglect
- Financial exploitation
- Abandonment
3
Q
What are the risk factors for mistreatment of older adults?
A
- Poverty
- Dependency
- Age
- Race
- Functional disability
- Frailty
- Cognitive impairment
4
Q
What is caregiver stress?
A
In caregiving, the health and well-being of the caregiver is suffering
5
Q
How should you conduct an initial history when you suspect elder abuse?
A
- Interview the parties involved SEPARATELY
- Conduct a comprehensive assessment
6
Q
What should you do if initial responses suggest mistreatment?
A
Ask follow-up questions
7
Q
List some of the general signs of possible mistreatment?
A
1) Clothing: inappropriate, soiled, or in disrepair
2) Poor hygiene
3) Deficient nutritional status
4) Compromised skin integrity
8
Q
What are signs of financial exploitation?
A
- Disparity between living conditions and assets
- Inability to account for assets
- Demand for money in exchange for caregiving
- Unexplained loss of social security or pension
- Statements about exploitation
9
Q
What are the signs of abandonment?
A
- Evidence that the patient is left alone without adequate arrangements for care
- Evidence of sudden withdrawal of care by caregiver
- Statements about abandonment by patient
