The nurse discovers that a hospitalized client with stage 4 esophageal cancer and major depression has a gun in the home. What is the best nurse intervention to help the client remain safe after...

The nurse discovers that a hospitalized client with stage 4 esophageal cancer and major depression has a gun in the home. What is the best nurse intervention to help the client remain safe after discharge?

1. Give the client the number of a 24-hour crisis phone line for use, if needed.

2. Tell the primary care provider the client is too high risk for discharge at this time.

3. Have the client promise to use the gun only for home protection.

4. Talk with the primary care provider about requiring gun removal as a condition of discharge.