The nurse is working with a newly pregnant adolescent client in a prenatal clinic. The client has told the nurse that they refuse to receive testing for the presence of HIV, as they "would rather not know their HIV status". Which of the following is the best immediate response by the nurse?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

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Question

The nurse is working with a newly pregnant adolescent client in a prenatal clinic. The client has told the nurse that they refuse to receive testing for the presence of HIV, as they "would rather not know their HIV status". Which of the following is the  best  immediate response by the nurse? 
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

Provide a detailed explanation of the risks involved if the client does not undergo the testing

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Respect the client's wishes and perform all other diagnostic tests

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Request that the primary healthcare provider speaks with the client regarding the test

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Inform the client that they cannot continue to receive care at the clinic if they do not undergo the test

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