If a client expresses fear of a specific staff member, what is the HCA's ethical responsibility?

Question: If a client expresses fear of a specific staff member, what is the HCA's ethical responsibility?

Answer options:

• Dismiss the client's concern as exaggeration
• Tell the client to avoid that staff member ✅ Document the client's statement and report it to the supervisor
• Confront the staff member to understand their perspective

Correct answer: Document the client's statement and report it to the supervisor

Explanation: Any client expression of fear or safety concern about staff must be reported to a supervisor for appropriate investigation and action.