A resident wants to leave the facility against medical advice. What is the appropriate action?

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Immediately inform the nurse or supervisor about the resident's wish to leave. The correct answer is C. Residents have the right to leave the facility, even against medical advice. This must be reported to supervisory staff and physicians so proper procedures can be followed, documentation made, and the resident informed of risks. Choice A violates autonomy rights. Choice B abandons the resident without proper procedures. Choice D places the decision with family instead of respecting the resident.