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Elder abuse revisited.

M O Hogstel¹, L C Curry

¹Harris College of Nursing, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth 76129, USA.

Journal of Gerontological Nursing

|September 7, 1999

Summary

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Elder abuse, including medical neglect, is often unrecognized. Healthcare professionals, especially nurses, must identify and report suspected elder abuse to protect vulnerable adults.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Healthcare Ethics
Nursing Practice

Background:

Elder abuse encompasses various forms, frequently going undetected or unreported.
Medical neglect represents a significant subtype of elder abuse within healthcare contexts.

Purpose of the Study:

To underscore the critical role of nurses in recognizing and addressing elder abuse.
To emphasize the necessity of prompt action upon identifying signs of elder abuse.

Main Methods:

This study synthesizes existing knowledge on elder abuse recognition and reporting.
It highlights the legal and ethical obligations of healthcare providers.

Main Results:

Many forms of elder abuse, including medical neglect, remain underrecognized.

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Nurses are pivotal in identifying and intervening in cases of elder abuse.

Conclusions:

Healthcare professionals must be vigilant for signs of elder abuse in all settings.
Mandatory reporting of suspected elder abuse to supervisors and state agencies is essential for patient safety and legal compliance.