A nurse is caring for a young adult client who is postoperative and requires physical therapy, pain management, and dietary advancement. The nurse enters the client’s room and finds them dressing and stating that they are going home. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. Tell the client that the surgeon will prescribe restraints if they try to leave. B. Explain to the client that they cannot leave until the surgeon discharges them. Have the client sign an against medical advice form. D. Administer a sedative medication to the client.
[Verified Answer]: A nurse is caring for a young adult client…
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