Elder abuse is a form of family violence that is becoming more apparent. Many cases go unreported. A nurse makes a home visit to a frail elderly person's home. Adult maltreatment would be suspected if:
A) There is a lot of uneaten food in the house that was provided by a relative who comes and goes.
B) The windows of the house are broken.
C) The elderly person spends a great deal of time watching television.
D) The outside is not maintained, and there are dogs running loose in the yard.

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Uneaten food provided by a relative who comes and goes could suggest neglect or abandonment of the elderly person by their caregiver. It could also indicate a lack of access to appropriate nutrition.

Elder Abuse Is a Form of Family Violence That Is