17 Questions
What is one of the risk factors associated with elder abuse according to the text?
High level of financial or emotional dependence on a vulnerable elder
What percentage of people with dementia experience some type of abuse?
50%
Which group is more likely to be abused according to the text?
Women
What did the Elder Abuse Suspicion Index (EASI) identify as an indicator associated with elder abuse?
Hygiene issues
Which of the following screening tools was recommended by the American Medical Association (AMA) for geriatric patients?
EASI
What type of abuse involves inflicting anguish through verbal or nonverbal acts such as insults, threats, and harassment?
Emotional/Psychological Abuse
Which of the following is an example of Financial/Material Exploitation?
Forging an elder's signature to access funds
What does Sexual Abuse involve with relation to elderly persons?
Unwanted touching or sexual assault
Which of these actions constitutes Abandonment of an elderly person?
Deserting an elder when responsible for care
Neglect towards an elderly person involves:
Ignoring health and safety hazards in their living environment
Which of the following is a form of Physical Abuse towards an elderly individual?
Inflicting physical pain or injury
Which of the following is NOT a potential red flag of elder abuse?
Increased independence and self-sufficiency
Which of the following is considered a protective factor against elder abuse?
Clear policies in facilities
When interviewing a victim of elder abuse, which of the following is NOT a common feeling reported?
Overconfidence
Which of the following could be an indicator of sexual abuse in an elder who is not sexually active?
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Which of the following is NOT considered an indicator of potential emotional or psychological abuse by a caregiver?
Caregiver encourages and supports the elder's independence
Which of the following is a potential red flag for financial or material exploitation of an elder?
Unexplained financial hardship
Test your knowledge on identifying red flags of abuse and protective factors. Learn about signs such as unexplained injuries, changes in behavior, and financial hardship, as well as protective factors like strong relationships and community support.
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