A Nurse Is Caring for a Client in the Emergency

question 26

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department (ED) who was brought in by her adult child for vague,flu-like symptoms.While helping the client to change into a gown,the nurse notices numerous bruises on the client's back and arms.When ed,the client is distracted and ambiguous with her answers.Which action should the nurse take?

• A)Report the situation to law enforcement.
• B)Report the situation to social services.
• C)Question the adult child who brought the client to the ED.
• D)File a written report in the client's chart.

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