[Answered]: of 30 An older client is treated in the emergency…

Question 2 of 30 An older client is treated in the emergency department for soft tissue injuries that the medical team suspects might be caused by physical abuse. An adult child states that the client is confused and often falls down. A mini-mental examination indicates that the client is oriented to person, place, and time. Which action would the nurse take next? Interview the client without the presence of family members. Suggest that the client call law enforcement officers if threatened by family members. Accept the adult child’s explanation until more data can be collected. Refer the client’s clinical record to the hospital ethics committee for review. Confident Not Sure