Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client who is HIV positiveA newly hired unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) expresses fear to the charge nurse about collecting a sputum specimen from a client who is HIV positive. Which action should the charge nurse take first?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Determine the UAP's knowledge about HIV transmission. This is the first step because it allows the charge nurse to assess the UAP's level of understanding and address any misconceptions or gaps in knowledge. By understanding the UAP's knowledge, the charge nurse can provide education and guidance tailored to the specific concerns and fears expressed. Providing the infection control policy (A) may be helpful, but assessing the UAP's knowledge is more immediate. Offering to assist with the collection (B) may not address the root of the fear. Demonstrating the use of personal protective equipment (D) is important but should come after assessing the UAP's knowledge to ensure it is understood.