Which of the following are most likely to physically abuse elderly Ame

Which of the following are most likely to physically abuse elderly Americans?

a. A partner or spouse
b. A caregiver
c. A stranger
d. An adult child

ESSAYBID ANSWER

ANS: A
In a study by Acierno et al. (2009), 1.6% of subjects report physical mistreatment, with family members accounting for 76% of the mistreatment, and specifically 57% was conducted by a partner or spouse.