A client is unhappy with the health care provided to him. He approaches the nurse and informs her that he is leaving the facility. The client has not been discharged by the physician. The nurse finds that the client has dressed and is ready to go. What would the nurse's action be in this situation?
a. The nurse should warn the client that he cannot come to the hospital again.
b. The nurse should get the client restrained and call the physician.
c. The nurse should call the nursing supervisor and inform her about the situation.
d. The nurse should let the client go because she cannot do anything.
Answer: c. The nurse should call the nursing supervisor and inform her about the situation.
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