An 81-year-old has been living for the past 2 years in a long-term care facility. However, financial pressures have required that the resident move in with the oldest child and spouse
Which of the following statements if made by the child's spouse should signal a potential risk for elder abuse?
A) "I sure hope that we'll qualify for some home care because this seems pretty overwhelming."
B) "This won't be easy for anyone. I think I might even end up having to juggle my work schedule."
C) "He's used to being waited on here, but at our place he's going to have to fend for himself."
D) "I'm probably going to even have to get some friends or neighbors to help out from time to time."
Ans: C
It is normal and reasonable to be somewhat overwhelmed with the prospect of providing care for an older adult. However, a suggestion that the older adult may have to go without care is problematic and a potential precursor to elder abuse (neglect).
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