Author Question: A nurse is caring for a female client with HIV. Which of the following manifestations of HIV is ... (Read 28 times)

CBme · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

A nurse is caring for a female client with HIV. Which of the following manifestations of HIV is frequently seen in female clients?

A) Endometrial cancer
B) Cervical cancer
C) Ovarian cancer
D) Breast cancer

Question 2

The nurse stuck a finger with a contaminated needle. What is the proper sequence of steps to take following the accidental needlestick?

1 . Immediately wash the area thoroughly with germicidal soap and water.
2 . Encourage bleeding from the puncture wound.
3 . Report the incident to the Employee Health Service.
4 . Fill out an incident report.
A) 1, 2, 3, 4
B) 2, 1, 4, 3
C) 3, 1, 2, 4
D) 4, 3, 2, 1

Animal_Goddess · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Cervical cancer is a frequent clinical manifestation of HIV infection in women. Other manifestations of HIV specific to women include recurrent vaginal candidiasis, menstrual abnormalities, and abnormal Pap smears. Endometrial, ovarian, and breast cancer are not common manifestations of HIV infection.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Unfortunately, the nurse may sustain an accidental stick with a contaminated needle. If this occurs, these procedures should be followed: Immediately wash the area thoroughly with germicidal soap and water. Encourage bleeding from this puncture wound, if possible. Report the incident to the Employee Health Service or Safety Officer immediately. An exposure risk assessment will be done. Fill out an incident report.