A Pregnant Client with a History of Drug Use Refuses

Multiple Choice

A pregnant client with a history of drug use refuses testing for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) ,despite the recommendation of her nurse-midwife.Which actions by the nurse are appropriate in this situation? Select all that apply.

A) Refuse to treat the client.
B) Do the testing anyway.
C) Re-emphasize the importance of HIV testing.
D) Offer counseling.
E) Throughout the pregnancy, encourage the client to reconsider the decision not to be tested.