During a session, an elderly client discloses that a family member has been taking money from their bank account without permission. The client pleads with the therapist to keep this confidential. What is the therapist's most appropriate course of action?
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A
Honor the client's confidentiality request, since the harm is financial rather than physical
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B
Report the suspected financial exploitation to Adult Protective Services, as financial abuse of elders triggers mandatory reporting obligations in most states
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C
Consult the client's physician before deciding whether a report is warranted
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D
Document the disclosure in SOAP notes but defer action until physical harm is also present