Adult Protective Services (APS), A state agency that investigates reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults., Child Protective Services (CPS), A government agency responsible for investigating and intervening in cases of child abuse or neglect., Mandatory Reporter, A healthcare professional legally required to report suspected abuse or neglect., Vulnerable Adult, Any person 18 or older who cannot protect their own interests due to physical or mental impairment., Neglect, Failure to provide necessary care, resulting in harm or risk of harm to a dependent person., Physical Abuse, Intentional use of physical force that results in injury or pain., Emotional Abuse, Verbal or psychological harm that undermines a person’s self-worth or mental health., Sexual Abuse, Any non-consensual sexual contact or activity., Financial Exploitation, Illegal or improper use of a person’s funds, property, or assets., Self-Neglect, When an adult fails to meet their own basic needs for food, shelter, or medical care., Reasonable Suspicion, The threshold for reporting—when a nurse believes abuse may have occurred, even without proof., HIPAA Exception, Reporting suspected abuse is allowed under HIPAA without patient consent., Mandated Reporting Law, Legislation that requires certain professionals to report suspected abuse or neglect., Confidentiality, The ethical duty to protect patient information—except when disclosure is needed to prevent harm., Elder Abuse, Abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults aged 60 or older., Duty to Report, The legal obligation of nurses to notify authorities about suspected maltreatment., Emotional Indicators, Behavioral signs such as withdrawal, fearfulness, or depression that may signal abuse., Physical Indicators, Unexplained bruises, burns, or fractures that may suggest abuse or neglect., Abandonment, Deserting a vulnerable adult or child who requires care or supervision., Informed Consent, Permission granted with full knowledge of the risks and implications; lack of it may indicate abuse., Chain of Reporting, The proper process for notifying the charge nurse, social worker, and then APS/CPS as needed., Documentation, Accurate, factual recording of suspected abuse in the patient’s record and incident report., Safety Planning, Steps taken to protect the victim from further harm after a report is made., Legal Immunity, Protection from liability for mandated reporters acting in good faith., Retaliation Protection, Law that prevents punishment of individuals who report suspected abuse., Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Working with social workers, physicians, and law enforcement to ensure patient safety., Ethical Dilemma, Conflict between maintaining confidentiality and the duty to report suspected abuse., Reporting Hotline, The designated phone number or online system for reporting suspected abuse or neglect., Case Investigation, The process APS or CPS follows after a report, including interviews and safety assessments., Follow-Up Responsibility, Ensuring continued patient safety and coordination with protective agencies after a report..

Assignment #3 APS & CPS Game

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