The client has been admitted to the acute care facility from the assisted living community. Upon admission, the client was in agreement with the plan of treatment
Since admission, the client has become increasing unhappy with the plan of care and wishes to refuse some of the medications prescribed. Which of the following statements is most correct?
A) The consent for treatment obtained at admission implies acceptance of the treatments being prescribed and should be followed by the client.
B) The client should be discharged if she is not in agreement with the elements of the plan of care.
C) The client may decline options for treatment as desired.
D) The client living in an assisted living environment is restricted in his or her decision-making abilities and must consult with the community attorney to make this type of care decision.
C
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