Many of the Elderly Who Are Abused Fail to Report

question 42

Multiple Choice

Many of the elderly who are abused fail to report abuse, neglect or exploitation because they

• A) are happy to have someone to take care of them.
• B) fear retribution or removal from their home.
• C) readily accept the loss of control.
• D) have dementia and can't remember details of the abuse.

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