Author Question: The nurse realizes that which of the following tests can be used to initially identify the presence ... (Read 59 times)

Yolanda · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse realizes that which of the following tests can be used to initially identify the presence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) antibodies in a client?

1. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
2. Platelet count
3. Red blood cell count
4. Western blot

Question 2

A client diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) 6 years ago has a purple lesion located on the inner thigh. This lesion is most likely to be:

1. AIDS-related syndrome.
2. Burkitt's lymphoma.
3. cachexia.
4. Kaposi's sarcoma.

scikid · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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The ELISA test detects HIV antibodies. The Western blot is used as a confirmatory test to a positive ELISA test. Red blood cell counts and platelet counts are part of standard blood studies.

Answer to Question 2

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Kaposi's sarcoma presents as abnormal lesions that appear purple or blue-red in color. They can be found anywhere but are common on the feet, arms, thighs, perineal area, and face. Cachexia is tissue wasting. Burkitt's lymphoma is characterized by enlarged lymph nodes. AIDS-related syndrome is a collection of symptoms and infections resulting from the specific damage to the immune system caused by the HIV virus.