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What is Elder Abuse?
What are the signs?
Physical abuse
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Cuts,
lacerations, puncture wounds, open
wounds, bruises,
welts, discoloration, black eyes, burns, bone fractures, broken
bones, and skull fractures |
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Untreated injuries in various stages of
healing or not properly
treated |
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Poor
skin condition or poor skin hygiene |
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Dehydration
and/or malnourished without illness-related cause |
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Loss
of weight |
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Soiled
clothing or bed |
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Broken eyeglasses/frames, physical signs
of being subjected to punishment, or signs of being restrained |
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Inappropriate use of medication,
overdosing or under-dosing |
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An
older person telling you they have been hit, slapped, kicked, or
mistreated |
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Indicators
Physical
Psychological
Financial
Sexual
Neglect
Family abuse
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