During a home visit, the nurse notices that an older adult woman is caring for her bedridden husband. The woman states that this is her duty, she does the best she can, and her children come to help when they are in town. Her husband is unable to care for himself, and she appears thin, weak, and exhausted. The nurse notices that several of his prescription medication bottles are empty. What term best describes this situation?

A) Physical abuse
B) Financial neglect
C) Psychological abuse
D) Unintentional physical neglect

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Rebecca Gregory · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Unintentional physical neglect may occur, despite good intentions, and is the failure of a family member or caregiver to provide basic goods or services. Physical abuse is defined as violent acts that result or could result in injury, pain, impairment, or disease. Financial neglect is defined as the failure to use the assets of the older person to provide services needed by him or her. Psychological abuse is defined as behaviors that result in mental anguish. The scenario in the question is an example of unintentional physical neglect. Unintentional physical neglect may occur, despite good intentions, and is the failure of a family member or caregiver to provide basic goods or services.

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