Management of CareQuestion 1586 of 2368
During a health history, a nurse suspects that an older client is being neglected by a caregiver. What is the nurse's responsibility?
- Report the suspected elder abuse, because reporting is legally mandated
- Wait until the client confirms the neglect before taking action
- Report only if the client gives permission
- Document the concern but take no further action
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Correct answer: Report the suspected elder abuse, because reporting is legally mandated
Nurses are legally mandated to report suspected child abuse or neglect and suspected elder abuse.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Health History: Violence and Trauma. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Management of Care"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026