You are called for a 72-year-old widower who lives with his grandson in a nice middle-class neighborhood. He is bleeding from a head wound, and he tells you that he fell in the shower. You notice multiple bruises of various colors on his arms and that the room where he stays is messy and has a foul smell. His grandson tells you that he does not need to go to the hospital. You should suspect the patient:

A. doesn't have insurance.
B. has mild dementia.
C. may be being abused.
D. is clinically depressed.


Answer: C

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