An 80-year-old is seen in the emergency department for a fall. The client has bruises on the upper arms and appears depressed. The client is accompanied by a grandchild, who is unkempt, glassy-eyed, and whose breath smells of alcohol. Which of the following should be a priority with the nurse?
A) Assess whether the older adult is safe in the home environment.
B) Determine whether legal interventions are appropriate.
C) Assess the client's degree of frailty and chronic health problems.
D) Determine the mental capacity of the older adult.
