The Home Health Nurse Is Visiting an Older Client with a Terminal

Multiple Choice

The home health nurse is visiting an older client with a terminal illness for a routine medication check. The nurse determines that the client has declined since the last home visit. The nurse suggests that the client should be transported to the hospital; however, the family members state that they want the client to stay in the home. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) Follow the decision of the family.
B) Call for an ambulance to transport the client to a hospital.
C) Ask the client's preference regarding transport to the hospital.
D) Encourage the family to take the client to the hospital.