Which of the following is a priority when dealing with a client exposed to rabies?

A. Isolation of the client: Rabies is not spread via casual contact between humans, and isolation is not necessary unless the client is actively symptomatic and at risk of biting. Transmission between humans is extremely rare. B. Monitoring the client for fever and headache: While monitoring for signs of infection is important, it is not a priority in the immediate management of rabies exposure. Prophylaxis must begin before symptoms appear. C. Providing supportive care only: Supportive care alone is not sufficient. Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms develop, so pre-exposure or post-exposure prophylaxis is critical. D. Administering rabies vaccine and immunoglobulin: Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) includes both rabies immunoglobulin (for immediate passive immunity) and the rabies vaccine (for active long-term immunity). This is the top priority to prevent disease progression.