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A Patient Diagnosed with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)is Admitted

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A patient diagnosed with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is admitted to the acute care floor.Which stance regarding the care for this patient is supported by the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics?


A) The nurse is morally obligated to care for the patient unless the risk exceeds responsibility.
B) The nurse has the responsibility to ensure the patient gets adequate medical care.
C) The patient has the right to choose not to disclose his or her condition to staff.
D) The patient is morally bound to disclose every aspect of his or her condition to staff.

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