Title: Describe abuse, including the signs of abuse that the nurse aide might observe.
Course: Nurse Aide (14051) > Section: Unit XIV: Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Practice for the Certified Nurse Aide

Description should include

- abuse – causing physical, mental, or emotional pain to resident
- types of abuse
  - verbal
  - financial
  - assault
  - battery
  - domestic abuse
  - sexual abuse
- signs of abuse
  - bruising, swelling, pain
  - fear and anxiety
  - sudden changes in behavior.