A client who has a serum potassium level of 5.9 mEq/L (5.9 mmol/L) tells the nurse of deciding to leave the hospital, even though the healthcare provider has not discharged the client. The client states, “I do not care if I am not discharged, I do not want any more treatment.” It is most important for the nurse to ensure that the client understands which fact prior to leaving the facility?Reference rangex A. Potassium (K ) [3.5 to 5.0 mEa/L (3.5 to 5.0 mmol/L)]x B. The client should know they can return to the hospital at any time for treatment.v C. Inform the client that insurance will not pay for this hospital stay if the client leaves against medical advice.times D. Explain to the client that their condition is extremely serious and that the client could die as a result of thisdecision.
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