The staff are discussing the competency of a client who was recently involuntary admitted to the unit. Which of the following statements about competency is inaccurate?
1. Competency is affected by client compliance with treatment.
2. Competency is a medical determination made by the client's physician.
3. A guardian is appointed to make decisions on the person's behalf when the client is determined to be incompetent.
4. A competent client means the client can make reasonable judgments and decisions.
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Rationale: Competency is a legal determination that can only be determined by a judge.
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