A nurse is participating in a community health case conference to develop intervention plans for adults with a high Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) score. Which of the following should the nurse identify as the most critical reason for prioritizing early trauma assessment and intervention in this population?

Individuals with high ACE scores have an elevated lifetime risk for chronic diseases, mental illness, and early mortality

High ACE scores are linked to increased utilization of emergency medical services

Screening for ACEs helps differentiate between trauma-related and personality disorders

Early exposure to trauma may lead to maladaptive coping but does not directly affect physical health