When a Patient Who Has AIDS Expresses Concern About Telling

question 30

Multiple Choice

When a patient who has AIDS expresses concern about telling others, which of these responses would be appropriate by the nurse?

• A)"You should tell those who have a reason to know."
• B)"It would be best to tell everyone you know."
• C)"Your diagnosis will be discovered anyway by those you know."
• D)"Secrecy is a poor idea because it will erode your self-esteem."

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