A Patient Has Given Permission for an Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

question 24

Multiple Choice

A patient has given permission for an enzyme immunoassay (EIA) test for HIV. Which information should the nurse provide?. Select all that apply.

• A) "You will need to return to the clinic in 3 days to discuss the results of this test."
• B) "I will send you the results in the mail."
• C) "If the test is positive, we will immediately set up an appointment for you to receive medications to treat the HIV."
• D) "A Western blot test may also be necessary."
• E) "If the test is negative, it will be repeated."

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