title: A major problem needing recognition. Assessment and management of elder abuse and neglect.
abstract: While the abuse of children and adults receives widespread coverage, that of older people has only recently been acknowledged. It is vital that nurses improve their understanding of this problem, so they can participate effectively in multidisciplinary assessment and care.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Kingston
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Penhale
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D004552:Elder Abuse / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010348:Patient Care Team; D012307:Risk Factors