A nurse aide is assigned to care for a patient with a communicable disease. Which action demonstrates understanding of infection control?

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Caring for the patient using appropriate protective equipment and following protocols. Using appropriate protective equipment and following protocols allows safe, compassionate care. Refusing care (A) is unprofessional if the aide is trained. Unnecessary equipment in common areas (C) is wasteful and unnecessary. Discussing diagnosis publicly (D) violates confidentiality.