Basic Healthcare Assistant eClass

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Self-neglect

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Self-neglect is the inability or refusal of a person to meet their own basic needs. Lack of care for one’s personal hygiene, health, or surroundings can manifest in a variety of ways, including hoarding. Signs and Symptoms (for neglect and self-neglect): Similar indicators exist for neglect by others and self-neglect. They include malnutrition, dehydration, bedsores, dirty clothing […]