A community health nurse visits a home and notices multiple bruises on a 4-year-old child. The mother reports that her husband is an alcoholic and is currently sleeping. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?
A) Question the mother about sexual abuse.
B) Initiate interventions directed at family violence.
C) Report the case of suspected child abuse to authorities.
D) Refer the mother to a social worker or Al-Anon group.

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Reporting the case of suspected child abuse to authorities is the most appropriate action because nurses are mandated reporters and must report any suspicions of child abuse to protect the child.

A Community Health Nurse Visits a Home and Notices Multiple