Elder Abuse: The Real Definition

In this three video series, Dr. Georgia Stevens converses with nursing staff about what types of situations constitutes abuse of an older person.

3 DVD series
series price: $400

Neglect

Order# AB408
Presented by Georgia Stevens, PhD, APRN, BC

interactive discussion
19 minutes
title price: $150; $75 rental

Nursing staff considers situations in which neglecting an older person is abusive. Includes: not responding to a call bell; not providing assistance when needed; allowing a resident to remain soiled; not observing and reporting significant change in an older person's physical or mental status; and not reporting signs of pain.

Abusive Verbal Interactions

Order# AB409
Presented by Georgia Stevens, PhD, APRN, BC

interactive discussion
20 minutes
title price: $150; $75 rental

Interactive discussion includes: lack of verbal interaction while providing care; lack of responsive feedback to conversation; negative comments concerning condition or abilities; and ridicule, anger, and threats.

Abusive Physical Interactions

Order# AB410
Presented by Georgia Stevens, PhD, APRN, BC

interactive discussion
21 minutes
title price: $150; $75 rental

Care providers discuss unacceptable physical interactions including: use of force when an older person cannot or will not cooperate; grabbing, hitting or pushing a resident; and rough manner.