%0 Journal Article
%T Elder abuse
%J Emergency medicine clinics of North America
%D 2006
%A Geroff, Adam J.
%A Olshaker, Jonathan S.
%V 24
%N 2
%P 491-505, ix
%X Elder abuse and neglect is a prevalent, underrecognized problem among today's senior citizens. Fortunately, awareness is increasing, and services are being provided to elders on a more ready basis. Still, the emergency care provider must act as a patient advocate and assume responsibility for the detection, treatment, and safe disposition of unfortunate victims.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Elsevier Publishing
%@ 0733-8627
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.emc.2006.01.009