The client reports experiencing recurrent bouts of candidiasis. The highest priority action on the part of the nurse is to:
a. refer the client to the primary care provider for a medication change.
b. explain to the client that the condition may be difficult to eradicate.
c. determine whether the client is compliant with taking medication.
d. refer the client to the primary care provider for further testing.
ANS: D
Recurrent bouts of candidiasis may be indicative of diabetes or HIV infection.
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