While assisting a client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) with basic hygiene care, the practical nurse (PN) observes a small amount of blood on the sheets. Which action should the PN take?

A. Rinse soiled linen with water before sending it to laundry: Rinsing can increase the risk of splashing and exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Standard precautions recommend handling soiled linen carefully without pre-rinsing. B. Place soiled linen in a leak-proof laundry bag: Using a leak-proof bag prevents contamination of the environment and protects staff from exposure to bloodborne pathogens. This aligns with standard precautions for handling potentially infectious materials. C. Send soiled linen to laundry in a red biohazard bag: Red biohazard bags are reserved for sharps or regulated medical waste, not routine soiled linen, even if contaminated with blood. D. Double bag soiled linen to be put in a biohazard box: Double-bagging in a biohazard container is unnecessary for standard contaminated linen. Proper containment in a leak-proof laundry bag is sufficient and follows infection control guidelines.