The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Pregnant Patient with a History

Multiple Choice

The nurse is providing care to a pregnant patient with a history of intravenous drug use. The patient refuses testing for HIV despite the recommendation of her nurse-midwife. Which actions by the nurse are appropriate in this situation? Select all that apply.

A) Reporting the patient to Social Services
B) Running the test without the patient's knowledge
C) Emphasizing the importance of the test to the patient
D) Offering counseling regarding the testing
E) Encouraging the patient to reconsider the decision to be tested throughout the pregnancy