A nurse is caring for an older adult client who states, "I can't pay for my care because my kid took all my money." Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

The nurse should report the possible abuse to adult protective services if an older adult client states that their child took all their money. This is an important nursing intervention to ensure the safety and well-being of the client. a) Instructing the client to report the theft to the police may be appropriate, but it is not the first action the nurse should take. The nurse has a legal and ethical obligation to report suspected abuse to the appropriate authorities. c) Asking the client if there is another family member they can call for financial help may be appropriate, but it does not address the issue of possible abuse. d) Restricting visitation for the client's family until discharge is not appropriate and may violate the client's rights.