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vulnerable adult

vulnerable adults are those who are not able to defend themselves, protect themselves, or get help for themselves when injured or abused. a person may be vulnerable because of a physical condition or illness, such as weakness in an older adult or a physical disability. a mental or emotional condition may also make someone vulnerable.

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