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Which of the following is an example of emotional neglect?

  • A. A slap to the person's hand
  • B. Threatening the person
  • C. Ignoring and isolating a person
  • D. Leaving a patient soiled for hours
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is ignoring and isolating a person. Emotional neglect involves failing to meet the emotional needs of individuals, which can include ignoring their feelings and isolating them. Choices A, B, and D involve physical aggression, verbal threats, and neglect of physical care, respectively. These actions may be forms of abuse or neglect, but they do not specifically relate to emotional neglect as described in the question.