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J S Bloom1, P Ansell, M N Bloom

  • 1Division of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, New York Medical College, NY.

Geriatrics
|June 1, 1989
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Elder abuse detection is crucial for physicians to identify and treat abuse. Understanding risk factors and detection strategies empowers medical professionals to address this growing social issue.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatrics
  • Public Health
  • Medical Ethics

Background:

  • Elder abuse and neglect are recognized social problems in the United States.
  • Physician awareness and understanding of risk factors are key to detecting elder abuse.
  • Early identification of elder abuse is contingent upon recognizing pre-crisis indicators.

Observation:

  • Elder abuse detection requires physicians to be aware of the phenomenon.
  • Risk factors often precede a crisis, signaling potential abuse.
  • Physicians' patient relationships can facilitate abuse investigation.

Findings:

  • Detection of elder abuse relies on physician awareness and knowledge of risk factors.
  • Understanding these elements enables physicians to identify and intervene in cases of elder abuse.

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  • Physicians play a vital role in investigating elder abuse through patient interactions.

    • Implications:

    • Equipping physicians with detection and intervention strategies is essential.
    • Physicians can leverage their patient relationships to investigate elder abuse.
    • This approach aims to address the increasing social problem of elder abuse.