What kind of abuse is described when a family member shouts at a resident about her drooping face?

What kind of abuse is described when a family member shouts at a resident about her drooping face?

• A. Psychological abuse
• B. Physical abuse
• C. Sexual abuse
• D. Involuntary seclusion

Answer: (A)

Verbal humiliation and shaming, like shouting at a resident about her appearance, is psychological abuse. It harms her emotional well-being by attacking her dignity and self-esteem, which can cause fear, anxiety, and depression even without physical harm. This form of abuse centers on words and behavior that undermine mental health, rather than injuring the body. It’s not physical abuse (which involves bodily harm), not sexual abuse (which involves sexual acts or exploitation), and not involuntary seclusion (which means isolating a person from others). In CNA care, recognize and address this by stopping the behavior, ensuring the resident’s safety, and reporting the incident so appropriate steps can be taken to protect her.

Verbal humiliation and shaming, like shouting at a resident about her appearance, is psychological abuse. It harms her emotional well-being by attacking her dignity and self-esteem, which can cause fear, anxiety, and depression even without physical harm. This form of abuse centers on words and behavior that undermine mental health, rather than injuring the body. It’s not physical abuse (which involves bodily harm), not sexual abuse (which involves sexual acts or exploitation), and not involuntary seclusion (which means isolating a person from others). In CNA care, recognize and address this by stopping the behavior, ensuring the resident’s safety, and reporting the incident so appropriate steps can be taken to protect her.