When a cognitively impaired, wealthy, white client is noted to have burns on her upper back, her son states that the patient burned herself when attempting to shower
Which statement by a member of the team reflects a need for further education on elder abuse? (Select all that apply.)
a. "She is wealthy; abuse does not happen in people of financial means."
b. "Even if we are not sure, we are legally bound to report our suspicions."
c. "We need to consider that most abusers are either adult children or spouses."
d. "Her cognitive deficiencies put her at risk for elder abuse."
e. "The client is white and race places an important role in who is likely to be abused."
ANS: A, E
Elder abuse occurs among all races and socioeconomic groups in the United States. All suspected incidences of elder abuse should be reported, even if it is just a suspicion. Most abuse occurs in the home setting, the majority of abusers are spouses or children, and the risk of abuse increases with increased dependency of the elder.
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