Hwalek-Sengstock Elder Abuse Screening Test

Indications

• survey-based screening instrument for elder abuse

Contraindications

• dementia, patient unable to make needs known
• limited if patient is afraid to report abuse or neglect

Procedure

• relies on patient reported symptoms
• interview separately from potential sources of abuse or neglect
• use indirect questions "Do you feel safe at home"

More general terms

• health questionnaire

Additional terms

• elder abuse