An HCA is assisting Mrs. Davis, a mentally competent client who prefers not to use a walker, even though it increases her risk of falling. Mrs. Davis values her independence highly. What should the HCA do to balance Mrs. Davis's safety and her right to self-determination?

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Respect her choice without discussing the risks

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Disregard her preference and inform her family to enforce the use of the walker

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Inform her of fall risks and suggest options, respecting her choice.

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Insist that she always uses the walker

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