Types, characteristics and anatomic location of physical signs in elder abuse: a systematic review : Awareness and recognition of injury patterns.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Elder abuse is a worldwide problem with serious consequences for individuals and society. The recognition of elder abuse is complex due to a lack of awareness and knowledge. In this systematic review, types, characteristics and anatomic location of physical signs in elder abuse were identified.

Methods

Databases of MEDLINE, COCHRANE, EMBASE and CINAHL were searched. The publication dates ranged from March 2005 to July 2020. In addition to the electronic searches, the reference lists and citing of included articles were hand-searched to identify additional relevant studies. The quality of descriptive and mixed-methods studies was assessed.

Results

The most commonly described physical signs in elder abuse were bruises. The characteristics of physical signs can b

SUBMITTER: van Houten ME 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8860961 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature