A hospitalized client with a history of alcohol abuse tells the nurse, “I am leaving now. I have to go. I don’t want any more treatment. I have things that I have to do right away.” The client has not...

A hospitalized client with a history of alcohol abuse tells the nurse, “I am leaving now. I have to go. I don’t want any more treatment. I have things that I have to do right away.” The client has not been discharged. In fact, the client is scheduled for an important diagnostic test to be performed in 1 hour. After the nurse discusses the client’s concerns with the client, the client dresses and begins to walk out of the hospital room. Which is the appropriate nursing action?

1. Call the nursing supervisor. 2. Call security to block all exit areas. 3. Tell the client that she cannot return to this hospital again if she leaves now. 4. Restrain the client until the primary health care provider (PHCP) can be reached.