A client with Neisseria meningitidis calls the nurses station to report a severe headache and vomiting. The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) approaches the room to provide an emesis basin and is stopped by the nurse. Which action should the nurse take?

Rationale: A. Remind the UAP to apply a fitted respirator mask before entering the client's room: Neisseria meningitidis is transmitted via respiratory droplets, and clients require droplet precautions. A fitted respirator mask is necessary when within 3 feet of the client. B. Assign the UAP to provide care for another client and assume full care of the client: Delegating tasks based on infection risk may be reasonable, but it's not necessary to reassign care if the UAP follows proper precautions. C. Review the need for the UAP to wear a face mask while in close contact with the client: Education is essential but does not take priority over preventing immediate exposure. Ensuring protective equipment is worn first is more urgent than providing background instruction. D. Instruct the UAP to notify the nurse of any changes in the client's emesis: Monitoring emesis is part of ongoing care but is not as urgent as preventing transmission of a highly contagious illness. Infection control measures must be enforced before other instructions.