During a home visit, the nurse observes that an 82-year-old…
During a home visit, the nurse observes that an 82-year-old patient speaks only in whispers, repeatedly says “I’m sorry” or “It’s fine” even when not appropriate, avoids eye contact, and defers every question (“Ask my daughter-she knows better”). The caregiver frequently interrupts and answers for the patient. These behaviors are classic red-flag cues of which type of elder mistreatment?