A 78-year-old client with cognitive impairment is admitted with dehydration, poor hygiene, and multiple unexplained bruises at various stages of healing. The client lives with their adult child. Which action is the nurse's priority?

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Given the signs of neglect and unexplained injuries in a vulnerable adult, the nurse's priority is to report the suspicion of elder abuse to Adult Protective Services, as mandated by law, to ensure the client's safety.