Ethical dilemma: is this elder abuse?
Elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation are major problems today (Marshall, Benton, & Brazier, 2000). Most elder abuse occurs at home and is committed by spouses, children, or other family members. Abuse may go undetected until observant professionals intervene ( AOA, 1998). Sometimes the abuse is a continuation of existing dysfunctional family dynamics. More often, however, the abuse is a result of changes brought about by an older person's growing dependency and need for increased care.[1]References
- Ethical dilemma: is this elder abuse? Turkoski, B.B. Home healthcare nurse. (2003) [Pubmed]
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