Which role requires individuals to report suspected abuse or neglect because they work with vulnerable populations?

• A. Laws
• B. Mandated Reporter
• C. Ombudsman
• D. OBRA

Answer: (B)

The key idea is that certain workers are legally required to report suspected abuse or neglect of people who are vulnerable. A mandated reporter is exactly that role—someone who must report concerns to the proper authorities when they have reasonable cause to suspect abuse or neglect. This obligation exists to protect residents and prompt investigation, and failing to report can carry legal consequences.

This role is most appropriate here because the question asks for who is obligated to report, not about laws in general, advocacy roles, or specific statutes. The other terms describe laws or positions that don’t carry the explicit reporting duty: laws are the statutes themselves, an ombudsman is an advocate for residents’ rights and complaints, and OBRA refers to federal standards for care in facilities, not a reporting obligation.