In most cases of elder abuse, the abusers are
a. Long-term care facility employees
b. Privately paid caregivers
c. Family members who are living with the older adult
d. Con artists who target older adults
C
Responses A, B, and D all are groups of individuals who have been associated with abusing older adults. Most individuals who are identified as abusers are close family members and primary caregivers, however. The stress of caregiving and dysfunctional family issues are often cited as reasons for elder abuse.
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