During a physical examination, the nurse observes a copper bracelet on a client's wrist. The client states that she is wearing it to treat her arthritis. The nurse should: 1. Recognize that the client...

During a physical examination, the nurse observes a copper bracelet on a client's wrist. The client states that she is wearing it to treat her arthritis. The nurse should:

1. Recognize that the client is wearing a protective object she believes wards off illness.

2. Inform the client that this is a not a helpful practice and ask her to remove the bracelet.

3. Tell the client that wearing the bracelet is a form of quackery and not to use the bracelet as a treatment.

4. Continue to wear the copper bracelet because this is a medically supported treatment for arthritis.