NAME_____________________________________
DATE______________________________________
ABUSE AND NEGLECT
Circle True or False for the following 12 statements
1. True or False Examples of verbal abuse include the use of profane
language,
sarcasm,
threats or teasing.
2. True or False Giving encouraging and complementary words is a good way
to provide
emotional reassurance of a persons value.
3. True or False Signs of abuse that should be reported include bruising,
skin
cuts, or any
verbal reports of mistreatment by the person.
4. True or False Neglect is taking advantage of a persons material resources
5. True or False The only source of help for victims of abuse or neglect is
the
police.
6. True or False The ombudsman program is established throughout the
United
States and serves to ensure the rights of persons living
in nursing
facilities as well as identify, investigate and resolve
complaints.
7. True or False A caregiver should only report suspected abuse or neglect
after
conducting
an investigation of the facts.
8. True or False Behavioral changes can be an indicator of abuse or neglect.
9. True or False The best line of defense against abuse and neglect in your
facility is
a proactive caregiver.
10. True or
False The caregiver role in the
prevention of abuse and neglect stops
when leaving
the facility.
11. True or
False Physical abuse is the
intentional infliction of pain or injury
12. True or
False I am an advocate in the prevention
of abuse and neglect.