In most cases of elder abuse, the abusers are a. Long-term ...

[lak]

In most cases of elder abuse, the abusers are
 
  a. Long-term care facility employees
  b. Privately paid caregivers
  c. Family members who are living with the older adult
  d. Con artists who target older adults

Question 2

Which of the following statements is inappropriate during a job interview?
 
  a. Tell me about your last nursing assistant position
  b. You have a lovely name. Were you born in the United States?
  c. Have you ever worked night shifts?
  d. Where did you receive your CNA training?

[mbcrismon]

Answer to Question 1

C
Responses A, B, and D all are groups of individuals who have been associated with abusing older adults. Most individuals who are identified as abusers are close family members and primary caregivers, however. The stress of caregiving and dysfunctional family issues are often cited as reasons for elder abuse.

Answer to Question 2

B
Asking an individual's national heritage or where he or she was born could be interpreted as a discriminatory question. Responses A, C, and D would be appropriate questions for an interview.