Health care professionals are mandated to report abuse, failure to do so can result in legal consequences.
Mandated reporting laws require health care professionals, including nurses, to report known or suspected abuse or neglect of children, elderly, and dependent adults. Failure to report abuse can lead to legal consequences, such as prosecution of the health care professional. The duty to protect vulnerable populations is crucial in cases of abuse and neglect.
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