21. A community health nurse is conducting a home visit for a patient with newly diagnosed HIV. The patient is anxious about disclosing their status to family. What clinical nursing intervention is most appropriate?
A.
Force disclosure to family
B.
Provide emotional support, education on privacy rights, and resources for support groups and counseling; emphasize client autonomy
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C.
Disclose to the family for them
D.
Tell the patient to keep it a secret
📖 Additional Information
Force disclosure to family
Provide emotional support, education on privacy rights, and resources for support groups and counseling; emphasize client autonomy
