Which of the Following Statements About Risk Factors of Elder

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about risk factors of elder abuse is true?

• A) Older adults who are frail or severely disabled are at smallest risk for maltreatment.
• B) Most abusers are dependent, emotionally or financially, on their victims.
• C) Adults who were abused as children are less likely to harm older adults in their care.
• D) Because they are highly monitored, elder abuse is rare in nursing homes.

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