Recognizing and Reporting Abuse

Question 1

Which of the following are common signs of abuse?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

black eye; chipped teeth; suspicious burn marks

Question 2

Which of the following could be signs that a person is suffering from neglect?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

not taking medicine as prescribed; looking unfed and hungry; appearing messy or dirty

Question 3

Select the word or phrase that completes each sentence below.Intentional behavior that harms another person is . When you are obligated to report the abuse of children or elderly people, this is called called . is when someone unintentionally harms a patient by not taking proper care of the patient. is intentional or threatened harm by a relative, housemate, or intimate partner that is used to gain control over the victim.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

abuse; mandated reporting; Neglect; Domestic abuse

Question 4

Select the responsibilities healthcare providers have when it comes to suspected abuse.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Follow your employer’s guidelines for reporting abuse.; Report your concerns to the appropriate state or local agency.; Follow your professional organization’s code of ethics.; Answer any questions from the agency to which you report the situation.

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