Which is a manifestation of elder abuse? Unexplained bruises Lower extremity edema New onset of a cough Weight loss
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While assessing an older adult during a regular health checkup, a nurse finds signs of elder abuse. which physical findings would further confirm the nurse's suspicion?
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Possible indicators of physical abuse include: • Unexplained marks on the body • Bruises or welts in various stages of healing • Burns that are in patterns • All of the above
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public health nurse is assessing an older adult client who lives with a family member. The nurse identifies several bruises in various stages of healing. The client and family member explain that the bruises are a result of clumsiness. However, based on the distribution of the bruises, the nurse suspects abuse. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? Document the bruises in the clients chart. Report the findings to a supervisor. • Provide the client with a crisis hotline number. Discuss respite care with the client's family.
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