An older adult man who manages all his personal affairs is admitted to a long-term care facility because of mobility problems related to rheumatoid arthritis. When the practical nurse (PN) presents the client with a blank advanced directives form, he explains that he is not dying and not cognitively impaired and states he does not need to complete such a form. What action is most important for the PN to take?
a) Respect the client's decision
b) Insist that the client completes the form
c) Consult with the client's family
d) Report the situation to the charge nurse