The home health aide suspects that an 80-year-old client is being abused in the home by a family member. what is the home health aide's responsibility in this situation? the home health aide suspects that an 80-year-old client is being abused in the home by a family member. What is the home health aide's responsibility in this situation?

a. report to the proper authorities and notify the case manager.
b. call the health care provider investigate whether the abuse has really taken place.
c. make sure the home health aide who comes to the next shift is aware of the suspicion.