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I think it would be best to put her back into the coop unless she is not accepted. She would be happier with the flock and the longer you keep her from the flock, the more likely they will not accept her back gracefully.

The longer you keep her out of the coop, the harder it will be to reintroduce her back to her playmates. Only you can decide if she is ready to go back. I have in the past put injured girls out with the hens during the day and brought them back at night for any followup care. If you are gone...

Sounds like lots of support and advice for this one. Just want to mention that when hens go broody, they can go for several days w/o eating. She does need to keep her strength up, but as long as she is kept still and food is available, I wouldn't worry to much if she doesn't eat much...