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Elder abuse screening and intervention.

T Fulmer, T Wetle

    The Nurse Practitioner
    |May 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Nurse practitioners face legal responsibilities when identifying and reporting elder abuse and neglect. This article provides screening guidelines and assessment parameters to help detect these serious family violence cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Public Health
    • Legal Medicine

    Background:

    • Elder abuse and neglect represent a significant form of family violence with substantial annual incidence.
    • Estimates indicate 500,000 to 1.5 million cases of elder abuse and neglect occur each year in the United States.
    • Growing societal concern necessitates clear guidelines for healthcare professionals.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the legal liability of nurse practitioners in reporting suspected elder abuse and neglect.
    • To provide specific screening guidelines for identifying elder abuse and neglect.
    • To describe assessment parameters for evaluating suspected cases.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on legal responsibilities and reporting requirements.

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  • Synthesis of existing screening tools and protocols for elder abuse.
  • Development of assessment parameters based on clinical best practices.

    • Main Results:

    • Nurse practitioners have a legal duty to report suspected elder abuse and neglect.
    • Screening guidelines aid in the early detection of elder abuse and neglect.
    • Defined assessment parameters facilitate a thorough evaluation of suspected cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding legal obligations is crucial for nurse practitioners.
    • Effective screening and assessment are vital for protecting vulnerable older adults.
    • Intervention strategies can be improved through timely identification and reporting.