09/20/2022
Abuse in Elderly
Abuse happens no matter s*x, race, religion, and ethnic background.
Abuse occurs more often with family members. It is ok to ask for help caregiver burn out is real.
Types of abuse"
1. Physical
2. Mental
3. Sexual
4.Finincial
5.Health care fraud
Signs to look out for:
1. Trauma- rocking back and forth
2.unexplained bruises and cuts
3. Bed sores
4. unpaid bills (rent not paid)
5. Unsafe living conditions
6. Lack of hygiene
7. withdrawn
8.Stops going to activities that they normally love
9.Lack of sleep
10. Lack of appetite/ stops eating all together
Learn about elder abuse, including physical, emotional, and financial abuse. Identify signs of abuse, neglect, health care fraud, and how to get help.