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What does abuse refer to?
What is active neglect?
Purposely harming a person physically, mentally, or emotionally by failing to give needed or correct care.
What constitutes assault?
Threatening to touch a person without his or her permission.
What is battery?
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Define domestic violence.
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What is financial abuse?
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What does involuntary seclusion mean?
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What is negligence in the context of care?
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What is passive neglect?
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How is physical abuse defined?
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What constitutes psychological abuse?
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What is sexual abuse?
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Define substance abuse.
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What is sexual harassment?
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What is verbal abuse?
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What does workplace violence refer to?
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Study Notes
Definitions of Abuse
- Abuse: Deliberate infliction of physical, mental, or emotional pain or injury to another individual.
- Active Neglect: Intentional neglect leading to physical, mental, or emotional harm by withholding necessary care.
- Assault: The act of threatening to touch someone without their consent, creating fear of contact.
- Battery: The act of actual physical contact with someone without their permission.
- Domestic Violence: Abusive behavior perpetrated by spouses, intimate partners, or family members against one another.
- Financial Abuse: Misappropriation or theft of another person's money or assets, often for personal gain.
- Involuntary Seclusion: Unconsented confinement or separation of an individual from others.
- Negligence: Failure to act or provide appropriate care, resulting in harm or injury to someone.
- Passive Neglect: Unintentional harm caused by carelessness or failure to provide needed care.
- Physical Abuse: Any act, whether intentional or unintentional, that injures a person's body.
- Psychological Abuse: Behavior that instills fear, intimidation, or humiliation in the victim.
- Sexual Abuse: Coercing or forcing an individual into unwanted sexual acts.
- Substance Abuse: Harmful use of legal or illegal substances, such as drugs or alcohol, affecting oneself or others.
- Sexual Harassment: Unwelcome sexual behavior that creates a hostile or intimidating environment, particularly in workplaces.
- Verbal Abuse: Use of spoken or written language that threatens, belittles, or humiliates an individual.
- Workplace Violence: Acts of abuse among caregivers or team members, including mistreatment by residents or colleagues.
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This quiz provides definitions for key terms related to abuse, including active neglect, assault, and battery. It is designed to enhance understanding of the various forms of abuse and their implications. Use these flashcards to test your knowledge and awareness of abuse-related terminology.
