The nurse is working with a client who has just stated that she beats her toddler with a wooden paddle. The nurse determines that the client's verbal admission warrants:

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The nurse is mandated by law to report suspicion of child abuse to appropriate government authorities. This includes physical, sexual, and emotional abuse or neglect. Reporting to the physician or nursing supervisor may not ensure that the child is protected, and may be a breach of confidentiality. Reporting to the chief of staff may not be necessary in this case.

The Nurse Is Working with a Client Who Has Just