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How should a PSW respond if a client refuses personal care?
Clients have the right to refuse care. The PSW should respect their decision, try again later, and document the refusal and reasoning.
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Question: How should a PSW respond if a client refuses personal care?
Answer options: ✅ Respect their decision and try again later, documenting the refusal
- Force the client to accept the care
- Ignore the refusal and proceed with care
- Report the client for non-compliance
Correct answer: Respect their decision and try again later, documenting the refusal
Explanation: Clients have the right to refuse care. The PSW should respect their decision, try again later, and document the refusal and reasoning.
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