Nurse Moose
    RN HESI OBPediatrics Proctored Exam

    The nurse is caring for a 48-year-old-client admitted with complaints of fatigue and hemoptysis, but no other significant medical history. Social history includes smoking 1 pack/day x 20 years and occasional alcohol use. He denies taking any medication. The Mantoux test placed 72 hours earlier reveals an indurated area of 4 cm. Which action will the nurse plan to include in the care for this client?