Which of the following is a form of elder abuse widely recognized as occurring in the geriatric population?

• A. Financial abuse
• B. Verbal abuse
• C. All of the above
• D. Physical abuse

Answer: (C)

Elder abuse can take several forms, and all of them are recognized. Financial abuse involves stealing or misusing an elder’s money or property. Verbal abuse includes threats, insults, or demeaning language that harms dignity. Physical abuse means harming the body through actions like hitting or pushing. Because each of these is a recognized form of elder abuse, the broad “all of the above” choice best captures the reality. It’s also common to see neglect and exploitation as part of the spectrum, reinforcing why recognizing multiple forms is important in practice.