A nurse working in a long-term care facility is the only nurse on shift for over eighty clients. The nurse has repeatedly expressed their concerns to the management team, file internal incident reports, and worked extra shifts to help with staffing ratios. The nurse is concerned about the safety of the clients and is considering whistleblowing to protect the clients. What actions) should the nurse take to blow the whistle on this situation? Select all that apply.
A. Express your concerns to all the client's family members
B. Stay calm and think about the risks and outcomes before acting
C. Report the incident to the State Board of Nursing
D. Document the steps taken to help rectify the situation
E. Reach out to the local news station about the incident
F. Keep a record of shift ratios and safety concerns
G. Report the incident to The Joint Commission