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Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults
Published on: February 2, 2020
[Elder abuse]
1Emergency and Critical Care Center, Kochi Red Cross Hospital.
Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine
|July 17, 2013
Summary
Elder abuse, whether by family or nursing staff, is a growing concern. High-care needs and severe dementia increase vulnerability, requiring healthcare workers to suspect abuse.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Social Work
Context:
- The Prevention Law of Elder Abuse was enacted in 2006.
- Elder abuse occurs within families and nursing care homes.
- Victims often require high levels of care and have severe dementia.
Purpose:
- To analyze the types and trends of elder abuse in relation to the Prevention Law.
- To identify risk factors associated with elder abuse.
- To emphasize the importance of vigilance among healthcare workers.
Summary:
- Elder abuse is categorized into abuse by family members and abuse by nursing home staff.
- Women in their 80s are primary victims of family-perpetrated abuse, often by sons or husbands.
- Abuse by nursing home staff is less common but shows a rapid increase, particularly affecting those with high care needs and severe dementia.
Impact:
- Highlights the need for targeted interventions for vulnerable elderly populations.
- Underscores the critical role of healthcare professionals in identifying and reporting elder abuse.
- Informs policy and practice for improved elder protection and care.
- Raises awareness of the complex factors contributing to elder abuse incidents.
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