A client has been told that chemotherapy must be postponed until he is hydrated. The client refuses the intravenous hydration and demands to go home. How would the nurse best categorize this situation?

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The client's refusal of necessary medical treatment could lead to a potential medical-legal incident if the client suffers harm as a result. The nurse must ensure that the client fully understands the risks of refusing treatment and document the client's refusal in the medical record.

A Client Has Been Told That Chemotherapy Must Be Postponed