You Observe an Older Man in the Community Who Lives

question 1

Multiple Choice

You observe an older man in the community who lives alone and has not bathed or changed his clothing for several days.You make a confidential report to Adult Protective Services,and an investigator visits and completes a report.This is an example of:

• A) physical abuse.
• B) financial exploitation.
• C) psychological abuse.
• D) self-neglect.

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Definitions:

Cholesterol

A waxy type of lipid, essential for the formation of cell membranes and synthesis of hormones, found in the bloodstream and cells.

Extracellular Surface

The exterior part of a cell's structure, interacting with the external environment.

Carrier Proteins

Proteins involved in the movement of ions, small molecules, or macromolecules, such as glucose, across a cell membrane.

Aquaporins

Membrane proteins that serve as channels in the transfer of water, and sometimes small solutes across the cell membrane.