The nurse palpates enlarged cervical lymph nodes on a patient diagnosed with acute human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)infection.Which action would be most appropriate for the nurse to take?

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Persistent generalized lymphadenopathy is common in the early stages of HIV infection.No antibiotic is needed because the enlarged nodes are probably not caused by bacteria.Applying ice to the neck may provide comfort,but the initial action is to reassure the patient this is an expected finding.Lymphadenopathy is common with acute HIV infection and is therefore not likely the flu.

The Nurse Palpates Enlarged Cervical Lymph Nodes on a Patient