The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of elder abuse. The various types of abuse will be discussed and their implications. Statistics about the increasing incidence of elder abuse and their significance will be discussed. Risk factors for abuse and how to report abuse will be discussed. Screening tools for abuse are important tools. Two of those tools will be explored. Nurses have the responsibility to report, identify, and try to prevent abuse of the elderly population.
Course Publication Date:
September 21, 2023
This course is available with
NO ADDITIONAL FEE if you have an active
one year unlimited membership!
| Author: | Heather Frommeyer BSN, RN |
| Course No: | ELDER-23 |
| Contact Hours: | 1.00 |
| Delivery Method: | Online Self Study |
| Category: | Community & Home Health
Emergency & Trauma Medicine
Geriatric Medicine
Leadership & Case Management
Medical & Surgical Issues
Professional Issues
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Learning Objectives
Identify and define the six types of elder abuse
Recognize current statistics regarding the prevalence of elder abuse
Summarize the reporting responsibilities of healthcare professionals regarding elder abuse
List two screening tools for identifying elders at risk for or experiencing abuse