Competency 17 Section 2

Question 1

1. Rarely are family members the perpetrators of elder abuse

Answer 1

False. Family members are the most likely perpetrators of abuse. This is the case for a variety of reasons, including fear of being denied their perceived rightful inheritance, resentment over caretaking duties or dysfunctional family dynamics. (LO 17-2-1)

Question 2

2. Acts can only be defined as elder abuse if the elderly person experiences physical harm as a direct result of the action.

Answer 2

False. The definition of elder abuse also includes the intention to cause harm and the ‘reckless endangerment’ of an elderly person through lack of due care. (LO 17-2-1)

Question 3

3. “Moral Malpractice” occurs when individuals offer advice outside of their areas of expertise

Answer 3

True. (LO 17-2-3)

Question 4

4. The professional principle of competence requires that advisors understand both what topics are within their areas of expertise and what topics fall outside their areas of expertise

Answer 4

True. (LO 17-2-3)

Question 5

36. What is the BEST definition of elder abuse? (LO 17-2-1)
    A. Failing to or doing something that results in harm to an elderly person.
    B. Doing something that results in harm to an elderly person.
    C. Failing to do something that results in or puts a helpless older person at risk of harm.
    D. Failing to or doing something that results in harm or puts a helpless older person at risk of harm

Answer 5

36. The answer is D. This is the most complete definition, describing all the circumstances that can result in elder abuse

Question 6

62. Which of the following statements concerning the principle of competence is (are) correct? (LO 17-2-3)
    I. A professional should have awareness of his or her limitations of expertise.
    II. A professional should possess expert knowledge in a particular field maintained through a commitment to continuing education.
    A. I only
    B. II only
    C. Both I and II
    D. Neither I nor II

Answer 6

62. The answer is C. Both statements are correct.

Question 7

91. All of the following are signs of financial abuse EXCEPT (LO 17-2-1)
    A. Accumulation of unpaid bills
    B. The presence of family caregivers
    C. Loss of valuable possessions without explanation
    D. Receipt of unnecessary goods or services

Answer 7

91. The answer is B. While family members are often the perpetrators of elder abuse for a variety of reasons (including a sense of entitlement and previous dysfunctional relationships) the mere presence of a family caregiver is not a signal of elder abuse

Question 8

92. All of the following are steps advisors should take to avoid ethical dilemmas with their elderly clients EXCEPT (LO 17-2-2)
    A. Advisors should initiate conversations surrounding aging and diminished capacity.
    B. Advisors should not use a “neutral” prompt to initiate conversations with elderly clients around aging and diminished capacity because it will lessen the importance of the topic.
    C. Advisors should be a concierge and resource for service and social opportunities for elderly clients.
    D. Advisors should make sure the office environment is comfortable and accessible for elderly clients

Answer 8

92. The answer is B. The opposite is true