The Nurse Is Assessing an Unresponsive Older Adult Who Lives

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing an unresponsive older adult who lives with her daughter and notes multiple pressure ulcers and bruises all over. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) Call the daughter and tell her if the abuse doesn't stop you will call the police.
B) Notify the authorities of suspected abuse.
C) Contact a nursing home to see if she will accept the patient.
D) Do not get involved in a suspected abuse case.