Which of the Following Is NOT an Accurate Statement About

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an accurate statement about elder abuse in Canada?

• A) Physical abuse is most likely to be directed at elders who have some type of dementia.
• B) Abuse of elders is a common family interaction pattern in Canada.
• C) Financial dependency of the abuser on the victim is a risk factor for abuse.
• D) Abuse by spouses is twice as likely as abuse by children.

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