elder neglect

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Introduction

Refusal of failure to fulfill any part of a person's obligations or duties to an elder.

Including, but not limited to:

  • failure to provide
    • food
    • water
    • clothing
    • shelter
    • personal hygiene
    • medicine
    • comfort
    • personal safety
    • other agreed upon services

Warning signs:

  • dehydration or malnutrition without illness-related cause
  • poor coloration
  • sunken cheeks & eyes
  • soiled clothing or bedding
  • lack of necessities
  • lack of personal effects
  • inappropriate administration of medication

More general terms

References

  1. Geriatric Review Syllabus, 9th edition (GRS9) Medinal-Walpole A, Pacala JT, Porter JF (eds) American Geriatrics Society, 2016