A patient requests that the nurse aide not tell the nurse about a fall that just occurred. What should the nurse aide do?

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Immediately report the fall to the nurse, even though the patient requested secrecy. A fall must be reported to the nurse immediately, regardless of the patient's request for secrecy. Falls are serious incidents that require immediate assessment for injuries and medical evaluation. Keeping silent (A) puts the patient at medical risk. Documenting without reporting (B) delays necessary care. Having another aide report it (D) is dishonest and avoids accountability. Patient safety takes priority over keeping inappropriate secrets.