Question

true/false

1. abuse only happens to older people._____
2. elder abuse only refers to physical abuse._____
3. emotional abuse is biting, hitting, or choking someone._____
4. financial abuse only includes stealing money from someone._____
5. abuse can only happen in many places, including a person’s home, family member’s home, an assisted living facility or a nursing home._____
6. anytime you suspect a person of abuse or neglect, you should report it appropriately._____
7. cognitive decline is a risk factor for elder abuse, including financial exploitation._____
8. self - neglect is characterized by hygiene and sanitary living conditions._____
9. what is the definition of abuse?_____

Explanation:

1. Abuse can happen to people of all ages, not just older people.
2. Elder abuse includes physical, emotional, financial, and other forms.
3. Biting, hitting, choking are physical abuse, not emotional abuse.
4. Financial abuse can also involve fraud, coercion to sign documents etc.
5. Abuse can occur in various settings, not just the ones listed.
6. Reporting suspected abuse or neglect is the right thing to do.
7. Cognitive - decline can make elders more vulnerable to abuse.
8. Self - neglect can involve poor hygiene and living conditions.
9. Abuse is the improper treatment that causes harm, which can be physical, emotional, sexual, financial etc.

Answer:

1. False
2. False
3. False
4. False
5. False
6. True
7. True
8. True
9. Abuse is improper treatment causing harm, including physical, emotional, sexual, financial, etc.