A client has received testing for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).The client's results of two enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)tests have been positive.In explaining the next step,the nurse's response is based on the understanding that:
A)the client will have a bone marrow biopsy to confirm the diagnosis
B)a Western blot test will be done to confirm the diagnosis
C)a CD4+ cell count will be obtained to measure T-helper lymphocytes
D)the client will be diagnosed as HIV-positive and begin medical treatment

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Once the results of two ELISA tests are positive,the Western blot test is done to confirm the diagnosis.If the result of the Western blot test is positive,the client is diagnosed as positive for HIV.

A Client Has Received Testing for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)