An ambulatory care nurse is preparing a patient for discharge after an outpatient procedure. The patient's adult child, who will drive the patient home, has not yet arrived. The patient reports feeling well. What is the correct action?
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A
Allow the patient to take a taxi home since they feel well
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B
Keep the patient in the recovery area until a responsible adult escort arrives
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C
Have the patient sign an AMA form and release them
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D
Call the patient later that evening to ensure they arrived home safely