A nurse is caring for a client who has reported experiencing abuse at home. Which of the following actions should be a priority for the nurse?

A. Assess risk for immediate harm should be the priority. The nurse needs to evaluate whether the client is in immediate danger and take the necessary steps to ensure their safety. B. Instructing the client on how to leave the relationship is important, but the priority is to assess if the client is in immediate danger first. C. Implementing a safety plan is essential, but first, the nurse must assess the immediate risks to the client's safety. D. Referring the client to a community support group is a supportive action but should follow the priority steps of ensuring safety and assessing immediate harm.