Exhibits The practical nurse (PN) suspects elder mistreatment. Click to indicate if the listed manifestation of abuse is consistent with physical abuse, abandonment, or neglect. Each row must have only one response option selected.

Leaving an Older Adult in a Public Space Abandonment: Leaving the client alone in a public space can be considered abandonment, as it involves a failure to provide necessary care and supervision. Untreated Pressure Injuries Neglect: Untreated pressure injuries indicate a failure to provide adequate care and preventative measures, which is a form of neglect. Oversedation Physical Abuse: Administering excessive medication or sedation without proper medical justification can be a form of physical abuse. Poor Personal Hygiene Neglect: Poor personal hygiene often results from neglect, where the caregiver fails to assist with or encourage personal care practices. Depression or Withdrawn Behavior Neglect: Depression or withdrawn behavior can result from neglectful conditions, such as a lack of social interaction or emotional support. Bruises in Various Stages of Healing Physical Abuse: Bruises in various stages of healing are a classic sign of physical abuse, indicating that the client has been subjected to physical harm.