Question

what physical signs might indicate elder abuse in an institutional care setting?
regular visits from family members
an older adult gaining weight steadily
bruises in various stages of healing
clear communication witih caregivers
question 32 (1 point)
which of the following is a hallmark symptom of alzheimers disease?
temporary memory lapses that resolve over time
suddent improvement in cognitive functioning
physical tremors or shaking
progressive memory loss affecting daily activities

Explanation:

• For the first question:
• Regular visits from family members are a positive social aspect, not a sign of abuse.
• An older adult gaining weight steadily could be due to a healthy diet or other normal factors, not abuse.
• Clear communication with caregivers is a good sign of care, not abuse.
• Bruises in various stages of healing can indicate repeated physical harm, which is a sign of elder abuse.
• For the second question:
• Temporary memory lapses that resolve over time are common in normal aging and not specific to Alzheimer's.
• Sudden improvement in cognitive functioning is not a feature of Alzheimer's (which is a progressive disease).
• Physical tremors or shaking are more associated with Parkinson's disease.
• Progressive memory loss affecting daily activities is a hallmark symptom of Alzheimer's as it is a neurodegenerative disease that gradually impairs cognitive functions including memory.

Answer:

• First question: Bruises in various stages of healing.
• Second question: Progressive memory loss affecting daily activities.