A Patient Who Is Treated in an Emergency Department Following

Multiple Choice

A patient who is treated in an emergency department following a sexual assault is concerned about the possibility of infection with HIV.The patient requests a blood test to determine if HIV infection has occurred.The results are negative.Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

A) Inform the patient to monitor for symptoms, since false-negative results are common.
B) Instruct the patient to schedule a follow-up test in 6 months.
C) Reassure the patient that no infection with HIV has occurred.
D) Reinforce the need to use appropriate protection with intercourse in the future.