Upon admission, the nurse notes that a patient without family members present has a billfold filled with cash. Where can the nurse suggest the money be placed?
a. In a sealed envelope in the bedside table
b. In the care of hospital security
c. Locked in the narcotic cupboard
d. In the hospital safe
ANS: D
Valuables should be locked in the hospital safe.
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