To protect yourself and others from HIV, you must follow Standard Precautions and the Blood-borne Pathogen Standard:
a. When caring for persons at risk
b. When caring for persons diagnosed with HIV or AIDS
c. When caring for persons diagnosed with HIV
d. At all times
D
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A. Bowel sounds are present and active in all four quadrants. B. The client's serum sodium level is 138 mmol/L. C. The pulse rate is 68 and bounding. D. Urine output has increased.
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