A suicidal client is placed in the seclusion room and given lorazepam (Ativan) because she tried to harm herself by banging her head against the wall. After 10 minutes, the client starts to bang her...

A suicidal client is placed in the seclusion room and given lorazepam (Ativan) because she tried to harm herself by banging her head against the wall. After 10 minutes, the client starts to bang her head against the wall in the seclusion room. Which of the following should the nurse do next?

1. Tell the client to stop doing that and act like a responsible adult.

2. Place the client in leather restraints.

3. Call the primary health care provider for additional medication prescriptions.

4. Instruct a staff member to sit in the room with the client.