Course Purpose
The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of elder abuse, including the various types, signs of abuse, and reporting requirements.
Contact Hour Designation
This online independent study activity is credited for 2 contact hours
Overview
Elder abuse is described as intentional actions that cause harm or create a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable elder by a caregiver or other trusted person. The abuse can lead to an increased risk of morbidity, mortality, institutionalization, and hospital admission, negatively affecting families and society. Thus, it is important to be aware of signs and report suspicions of elder abuse. This independent study provides an overview of elder abuse, the signs of abuse, and reporting requirements.
Objectives
Upon completion of the independent study, the learner will be able to:
- Define elder abuse
- Describe the various forms of elder abuse
- Recognize the signs of elder abuse
- Understand common characteristics of a perpetrator of abuse.
- Understand the requirement of reporting elder abuse
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of
FastCEForLess.com.
Disclosures
Fast CE For Less, Inc and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.
