Ethics & Law · single question
An elderly patient is accompanied by a son who yells at and demeans her. What type of abuse is this?
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Correct answer: A. Psychological
- A. Correct. Verbal aggression, humiliation, and intimidation constitute psychological/emotional abuse.
- B. No sexual component is described.
- C. No physical harm is described.
- D. No misuse of money/property is described.