Based on a patient's vague explanations for recurring injuries, the nurse suspects that a community-dwelling older adult may be the victim of abuse. What is the nurse's primary responsibility?
A) Report the findings to adult protective services.
B) Confront the suspected perpetrator.
C) Gather evidence to corroborate the abuse.
D) Work with the family to promote healthy conflict resolution.
Ans: A
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If neglect or abuse of any kind—including physical, emotional, sexual, or financial abuse—is suspected, the local adult protective services agency must be notified. The responsibility of the nurse is to report the suspected abuse, not to prove it, confront the suspected perpetrator, or work with the family to promote resolution.
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