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Which action will the nurse take if elder mistreatment is suspected?

According to the National Council on Aging, as many as 1 in 10 Americans aged 60 and older have experienced some form of elder abuse. When a nurse suspects elder mistreatment, their primary and immediate action is to ensure the patient's safety and initiate the mandatory reporting protocol according to state laws and facility policy.

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What is the evidence based tool for screening for elder abuse?

According to U.S. estimates, at least 1 in 10 older adults experiences abuse or neglect each year, though only a fraction of cases are reported. For clinicians seeking an effective method of identifying and assessing this hidden issue, the Elder Abuse Suspicion Index (EASI) is a validated and practical **evidence based tool for screening for elder abuse**.

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What are the factors associated with elder abuse a systematic review of the literature?

A 2017 systematic review and meta-analysis found that over 15% of older adults had experienced some form of abuse in the past year. The question, **what are the factors associated with elder abuse a systematic review of the literature?**, reveals a complex web of individual, relationship, community, and societal vulnerabilities. This multifactorial understanding is critical for effective prevention and intervention strategies.

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