The nurse is making a home visit to a new client. The client is very friendly and welcomes the nurse into the home; however, the nurse sees that the client has a gun on the coffee table. The nurse hurriedly goes through the visit and leaves. What should the nurse do prior to the next visit?

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2. The distraction the nurse encountered was both environmental and behavioral. Presence of a firearm is an environmental concern, and the nurse's reaction of hurrying through the visit indicates a level of discomfort with the presence of the firearm. Notifying the client prior to the next visit about the presence of the firearm addresses the nurse's concern and lets the client know that this is not acceptable. There is nothing to indicate that the client is creating a distraction. Calling the police is not a necessary step prior to the next visit. Canceling future visits could impair the client's overall health. Referring the client to another agency is not solving this concern.

The Nurse Is Making a Home Visit to a New