Unitek LVN elder abuse and neglect
Medical abuse - CORRECT ANSWER-Subjecting a person to unwanted medical
treatment or procedures; medical neglect occurs when medically necessary and desired
treatment is withheld
Emotional or psychological abuse - CORRECT ANSWER-The infliction of anguish, pain,
or distress through verbal or nonverbal acts, including intimidation or enforced social
isolation
Sexual abuse - CORRECT ANSWER-Non consensual sexual contract of any kind with
an elderly person, including those individuals unable to give consent
Physical abuse - CORRECT ANSWER-The use of physical force that has potential to
result in bodily injury, physical pain, or impairment
Financial or material abuse or exploitation - CORRECT ANSWER-The illegal or
improper use of older adults funds, property, or assets
Abandonment - CORRECT ANSWER-The desertion of an elder by an individual who
had assumed the responsibility of providing care or assistance.
Elder mistreatment implies that: - CORRECT ANSWER-The recipient of the
mistreatment is in a situation or condition in which the ability to protect oneself is limited
in some way.
Factors that put older adults at risk for physical, emotional, or financial abuse include
the following: - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Declining physical health
2. Declining mental ability
3. Decreased strength and mobility
4. Loss of independence
5. Isolation
6. Loss of loved ones, friends, and relatives
Elder abuse is - CORRECT ANSWER-Violence toward individuals over the age of 65
5 classifications of elder abuse - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Physical or sexual
2. Psychological abuse
3. Misuse of assets
4. Medical abuse (withholding necessary treatment or aids for ADLs)
5. Neglect
