Elder Abuse Flashcards
1
Q
How to recognize elder abuse?
A
- unexplained accidents or injuries
- attending different doctors or hospitals
- accident prone older person
- untreated older injuries
- bruising
- fractures
- black eyes
- burns, bald patches
2
Q
Assessment of elder abuse
A
Assess the victim, the abuser, type of abuse, reason for it, the impact
- performed by ACAT
3
Q
2 simple questions to ask for elder abuse
A
Are you afraid of anyone?
Is anyone hurting you?
