The LPN/LVN Is Assisting an RN Who Is Caring for a Mentally

The LPN/LVN is assisting an RN who is caring for a mentally competent client with a terminal illness.The client refuses to take prescribed medications.Which action should the nurse take?

A) Ask the RN if the physician should change the client's medications so they can be given intravenously.
B) Speak to the family about the client refusing medications.
C) Report the client's decision to the RN in charge and the primary health-care provider and continue to provide appropriate compassionate care.
D) Explain to the client the unwise nature of the decision and the effect that it will have family members.