An HIV-infected patient reports being a cat lover and says, "I always get my pets from a known sanitary source." Which of these, if stated by a patient, indicates to the nurse correct understanding of appropriate action to take regarding cats and reduction of infection risk?

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Option B recommends ensuring that cats have up-to-date immunizations, and avoiding their feces, which are appropriate measures to reduce infection risk. Removing all pets is unnecessary and could lead to the patient feeling isolated and lonely. Obtaining cats that are less than 1 year old is not relevant to reducing infection risk. Keeping cats outdoors most of the time is not a recommended approach, as cats can still carry infections indoors.

An HIV-Infected Patient Reports Being a Cat Lover and Says