An adolescent visits a student health clinic to request a "mono test." The student reports having a sore throat and feeling tired.The student also tells a nurse that a sibling has been diagnosed with mononucleosis recently.The Monospot test is negative.Which intervention by the nurse is most appropriate?
A)Explain that the negative test could be a false negative and the student should return in 1 week for a repeat test.
B)Instruct the student to remain at home until the symptoms resolve to avoid infecting other students.
C)Reassure the student that the symptoms are not mononucleosis and will resolve within 1 week.
D)Refer the student to a counselor to resolve issues of jealousy related to the attention the sibling is receiving related to mononucleosis.

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A negative Monospot test result in the setting of symptoms and exposure to someone with mononucleosis could be a false negative. It is appropriate to advise the student to return in 1 week for a repeat test if symptoms persist or worsen.

An Adolescent Visits a Student Health Clinic to Request a "Mono