What Is One Problem with Determining the Incidence of Elder

question 38

Multiple Choice

What is one problem with determining the incidence of elder abuse?

• A)Professionals do not believe such abuse occurs.
• B)There is no standard definition.
• C)No one is keeping records of the frequency.
• D)Very few older people are abused.

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Definitions:

Formalization

The process of establishing official procedures and rules within an organization.

Specialization

The process of focusing on a narrow area of expertise, enhancing efficiency and proficiency in performing specific tasks or roles.

Hierarchy

A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

Centralization

The concentration of decision-making authority at the upper levels of an organization.