Elder Abuse
Tracking # 20-1189668
Category:
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Program Objectives:
- Define Elderly Abuse:
- Explain the various types, including physical, emotional, financial, sexual abuse, and neglect.
- Identify Risk Factors:
- Identify factors that make elderly individuals vulnerable to abuse, such as social isolation, cognitive impairments, and caregiver stress.
- Recognize Signs and Symptoms:
- Recognize signs and symptoms of different forms of elderly abuse, including physical injuries, behavioral changes, and financial exploitation.
- Differentiate Between Neglect and Self-Neglect:
- Describe how neglect and self-neglect affect the health and well-being of elderly individuals.
- Explain Legal and Ethical Responsibilities:
- Discuss the responsibilities of occupational and physical therapists, including mandatory reporting requirements for suspected or confirmed cases of abuse.
- Develop and Implement Individualized Care Plans:
- Create care plans for elderly patients that address both physical and emotional needs, considering the potential for abuse.
- Utilize Therapeutic Interventions:
- Support the recovery of elderly abuse victims through therapeutic interventions, promoting physical rehabilitation and emotional well-being.
- Collaborate with Healthcare Teams:
- Ensure comprehensive care and protection for elderly patients at risk of or suffering from abuse by working with healthcare teams and social services.
- Describe Reporting Procedures:
- Outline the procedures for reporting abuse to authorities and agencies, such as Adult Protective Services (APS), law enforcement, or elder abuse hotlines.
- Apply Best Practices in Documentation:
- Ensure that all observations, interactions, and actions related to suspected abuse are clearly recorded and legally compliant.
Course Overview:
Upon finishing this course, participants will possess a comprehensive understanding of dependent adults, encompassing their definition and cultural perceptions. They will adeptly identify various forms of abuse that can afflict dependent adults, ranging from physical to emotional maltreatment. Equipped with this knowledge, learners will be capable of recognizing subtle signs indicative of abuse, thereby enabling them to take appropriate action. Whether it's reporting suspicions to authorities or offering support, participants will confidently know how to intervene effectively, ensuring the safety and well-being of dependent adults in their care or community.
$8.00
2 Hours
Elder Abuse is offered in the packages below
Online OT Package
$29
33 Hrs
Complete CNA Package
$21
32 Hrs
Complete RN Package
$29
35 Hrs
Complete HHA Package
$19
27 Hrs
Online PT Package
$29
29 Hrs