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A 78-year-old woman is brought to the emergency department (ED) for evaluation of an arm injury. During the assessment, the nurse notices contusions in varying stages of healing covering the client's chest and legs. When the nurse asks how the bruises were sustained, the client reluctantly states that her son frequently hits her 'if supper is not ready when he gets home from work.' Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing response?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: As a mandated reporter, the nurse must inform the client of the legal obligation to report suspected elder abuse (
B) and proceed with reporting. Talking to the son (
A) or suggesting time management (
C) is inappropriate and unsafe. Asking about friends (
D) is secondary to reporting.

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