The adult daughter of an older patient is researching viable skilled facilities to have the patient admitted for long-term care needs. This research has not revealed much information about institutional abuse
Why is this information not readily available to the daughter? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Residents may fear retribution.
2. Managers fear adverse publicity.
3. Staff members fear losing their jobs.
4. Family members fear having to find a new agency for the patient.
5. Billing department members fear not getting paid for services provided to patients.
1,2,3,4
Rationale: A federal report revealed large delays in the reporting of incidents of elder mistreatment in nursing homes. One reason for this delay is that residents may fear retribution if they report the abuse.
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