In an outpatient setting, a therapist notices an elderly patient who lives with family has atypical bruising on the arms. When the patient's daughter goes to the restroom, the patient confides in you that she is often without food or personal care items at home. What is the best course of action for the therapist?

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In an outpatient setting, a therapist notices an elderly patient who lives with family has atypical bruising on the arms. When the patient's daughter goes to the restroom, the patient confides in you that she is often without food or personal care items at home. What is the best course of action for the therapist?





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