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Source:
RN. Mar2009, Vol. 72 Issue 3, p42-46. 4p.

Additional Information
- Subject Terms:
  PATIENT abuse; NURSING laws; FAMILY relationships of older people; LEGAL status of caregivers; NURSING practice
- Abstract:
  The article discusses financial abuse of the elderly and a nurse's role in identifying it. Family members and caregivers are often the perpetrators. Examples of financial abuse include the theft of possessions, misuse of funds, or signing papers for someone without permission. By law, Nurses must report any incidence of abuse.

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