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Abuse and Neglect

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What are the signs and symptoms of the injury?

A person who has been abused or neglected may have many problems. Anxiety, sleep disorders such as insomnia, and other related conditions can be signs of stress. Injuries in various stages of healing and unexplained injuries are other signs. A neglected person may show signs of poor nutrition or hygiene. His or her medical needs, such as healthcare appointments and prescriptions for medicine, may not be getting met.

Some of the signs that a person has been abused or neglected are as follows:

dehydration

inappropriate or inadequate clothing

malnutrition

poor personal hygiene

unexplained bruises, cuts, head injuries, or bone fractures

unsafe, unsanitary, or unclean living conditions

untreated medical conditions

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Author: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Reviewer: Barbara Mallari, RN, BSN, PHN
Date Reviewed: 08/22/01

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