A nurse suspects elder abuse when observing multiple bruises at different stages of healing on an elderly resident. What is the nurse’s first action?

Clinical Practice Question: A nurse suspects elder abuse when observing multiple bruises at different stages of healing on an elderly resident. What is the nurse’s first action?

• A) Confront the suspected abuser immediately
• B) Document findings, ensure the resident's safety, and report according to facility policy
• C) Ignore it to avoid family conflict
• D) Move the resident to another facility without documentation