A nurse is caring for a client who is ill with a contagious infectious disease that has a high death rate.Which of the following actions should be taken by the nurse?

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A nurse must obey the state law,which is written to protect the community from epidemics of communicable disease.It is important for the client to learn about disease progression;however,the nurse should be able to provide this education.It is important to determine how the disease is spread and,if necessary,encourage the client to avoid contact with others.However,the main concern is the protection of the community by reporting the disease.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Ill