What Is a Common Reason That Victims of Elder Abuse

question 18

Multiple Choice

What is a common reason that victims of elder abuse do not report it?

• A) They believe the abuse will stop once their health improves and less care is needed.
• B) They have limited financial resources.
• C) They want the caregiver to admit to the abuse first.
• D) They are afraid that the abuser will retaliate by putting them in a nursing home.

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