2021
DOI: 10.1177/23821205211016487
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The Impact of an Educational Program on Medical Students’ Knowledge and Awareness of Elder Abuse

Abstract: Objective: Approximately 1 in 6 adults 60 and older have experienced a form of abuse in the past year. Many cases remain under-reported due to lack of knowledge and awareness. This study created an educational program on elder abuse for medical students to determine if participation would increase knowledge and awareness of elder abuse. Methods: This study used a pre and post survey methodology to evaluate students’ knowledge and awareness of elder abuse before and after participating in this educational progr… Show more

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“…La violencia contra el adulto mayor es definida como las acciones u omisiones por parte de los cuidadores u otra persona con relación de confianza que causa o crea riesgo de daño, a través de la negligencia, abandono o abuso físico, económico o sexual (West et al, 2021).…”
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“…La violencia contra el adulto mayor es definida como las acciones u omisiones por parte de los cuidadores u otra persona con relación de confianza que causa o crea riesgo de daño, a través de la negligencia, abandono o abuso físico, económico o sexual (West et al, 2021).…”
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“…Dentro del abuso contra ancianos las restricciones para reportar el hecho debido al riesgo de falsa alarma, el impacto negativo en la vida y las restricciones de tiempo (West et al, 2021).…”
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