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Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation

Learning Objectives

Define abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Identify the signs and symptoms of abuse, neglect, and exploitation in the healthcare setting.
List the behaviors of the abused.
List the characteristics of an abuser.
Identify ways in which you can protect patients from abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation.
Know the obligation to report suspected abuse.

Available in English

40 minutes

Course Outline

Introduction
Recognizing Abuse
Recognizing Neglect
Recognizing Exploitation
Reporting Suspected Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

Regulations

Define abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Identify the signs and symptoms of abuse, neglect, and exploitation in the healthcare setting.
List the behaviors of the abused.
List the characteristics of an abuser.
Identify ways in which you can protect patients from abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation.
Know the obligation to report suspected abuse.

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