Computer Fraud and Abuse Act The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act is a law passed by the United States Congress in 1986 intended to reduce cracking of computer systems and to address federal computer-related offenses. The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (codified as 18 U.S.C. § 1030 governs cases with a compelling federal interest‚ where computers of the federal government or certain financial institutions are involved‚ where the crime itself is interstate in nature‚ or computers used in interstate and
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Elder abuse is when a caregiver seriously harms an elderly person physically or emotionally‚ or steals or misuses the money or property of an elderly person. Elder abuse can also be self-inflicted if an elderly person living alone doesn’t take care of his or her own basic needs. Anyone age 60 or older is protected by elder abuse laws. Separate laws apply to seniors living at home‚ and to seniors living in nursing homes. There are no income limits for elder protective services. _Elder abuse can be:_
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Alcohol Abuse Alcohol abuse is a very dangerous condition in that it can cause many problems in a persons life and affect many aspects of their lifestyle. Alcoholism (or alcohol abuse) somehow effects everyone’s life at some point in time; through a parent‚ a sibling‚ a friend‚ or even personal encounters. Alcohol abuse‚ as a medical diagnosis‚ refers to a pattern of behavior characterized by excessive alcohol consumption. This consumption can occur at regular intervals‚ regular weekend intervals
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Effects of substance abuse Substance abuse can simply be defined as a pattern of harmful use of any substance for mood-altering purposes. Medline ’s medical encyclopedia defines drug abuse as "the use of illicit drugs or the abuse of prescription or over-the-counter drugs for purposes other than those for which they are indicated or in a manner or in quantities other than directed." Generally‚ when most people talk about substance abuse‚ they are referring to the use of illegal drugs. Most
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Task A 1. A description of four different exemples of accidents and/or sudden illness that might occur: severe bleeding‚ cardiac arrest‚choking and difficulty of breathing‚ fractures andd suspected fractures 2. An outline of the procedure to follow if an accident or sudden illness should occur. Severe bleeding:you will need to apply pressure‚ if possible‚ use a sterile dressing. You will need to apply direct pressure over the wound for 10 minutes. If there is any object in the wound‚
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Workplace Risk Assessment Comments: Assessment Date: Next Review Date: Hazard Electrical This Risk Assessment was carried out by the HSE Manager in consultation with some staff members March 2015 February 2016 Hazard Description Staff could get electrical shocks or burns from using faulty electrical equipment. Electrical faults can also lead to fires. Persons at Risk All Staff Risk L 4 S 3 Existing Control Measures/Further Control Measures DR 12 Citi maintenance arrangements for fixed installations
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formative assessment feedback form 1.1 & 1.2-Define the following types of abuse... physical abuse. signs of physical abuse are Fractures Burns Bed sores Fear Depression Unexplained weight loss Assault (can be intentional or reckless) Sexual abuse Loss of sleep Unexpected or unexplained change in behaviour Bruising Soreness around the genitals Torn‚ stained or bloody underwear A preoccupation with anything sexual Sexually transmitted diseases Pregnancy Rape – e.g. a male
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enrichment. The primary concern is about developing an employee. By assigning tasks done by manager‚ the employee would develop his/her interest towards the supervisor position. Not only increase the morale to the company‚ but also enhance his/her future personal growth. For example‚ in many company‚ there is an "Acting" position‚ like acting manager‚ acting supervisor etc. Potential employee are selected to these position and receive training or development program. Then they would normally attach to
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example of an external health/ safety stakeholder? a) Government b) Employers c) Employees d) Supervisors * * 4. Which of the following underlies the need for Human Resources Managers to understand and implement effective occupational health/ safety policies/ programs? * a) Increasing concerns for industrial-sector workers * b) The public’s decreasing tolerance for work-related hazards * c) Costs associated with work-related injuries and illnesses * d) Improving
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Running Head: THE SERIOUSNESS OF ELDER ABUSE 1 The Seriousness of Elder Abuse in Hong Kong Families To let older adults enjoy a sense of security and a sense of belonging is a time-honoured tradition in the Chinese society. Unfortunately‚ elder abuse has risen as a serious social problem in Hong Kong. An organization called “The Against Elderly Abuse of Hong Kong” has received 2212 requests for assistance related to elder abuse in 2011‚ which has doubled the number of requests received
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