Unitek LVN elder abuse and neglect.

Unitek LVN elder abuse and neglect

Elder abuse is - ANS-Violence toward individuals over the age of 65

5 classifications of elder abuse - ANS-1. Physical or sexual
2. Psychological abuse
3. Misuse of assets
4. Medical abuse (withholding necessary treatment or aids for ADLs)
5. Neglect

Common reasons for abuse and neglect - ANS-1. Frustration and exhaustion of
caregiver
2. Alcoholism
3. Turbulent lifestyles
4. Lack of financial, emotional, family, & community resources

What are the two most important indicators of abuse identified by the National Center
on Elder Abuse ? - ANS-1. Older persons frequent or unexplained crying
2. Olde persons unexplained fear of or suspicion of a particular person(s) in the home

Types of elder mistreatment - ANS-Medical abuse
Emotional or psychological abuse
Sexual abuse
Physical abuse
Financial or material abuse or exploitation
Neglect
Abandonment

Medical abuse - ANS-Subjecting a person to unwanted medical treatment or
procedures; medical neglect occurs when medically necessary and desired treatment is
withheld

Emotional or psychological abuse - ANS-The infliction of anguish, pain, or distress
through verbal or nonverbal acts, including intimidation or enforced social isolation

Sexual abuse - ANS-Non consensual sexual contract of any kind with an elderly person,
including those individuals unable to give consent