A Young Woman Is Panic-Stricken

A young woman is panic-stricken. She had not realized how much she was drinking, and she thinks she had unprotected sex with several men last night. She is petrified and wants an HIV test immediately. Which of the following actions should be taken by the nurse?

A) Give her a strong lengthy lecture about the dangers of alcohol
B) Administer the HIV test
C) Provide a physical examination, testing for all sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
D) Suggest she be treated immediately to be safe

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