A nurse is caring for client infected with HIV. Which of the ...

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A nurse is caring for client infected with HIV. Which of the following opportunistic infections in the client can be documented as a fungal infection?
 
  A) Tuberculosis
  B) Toxoplasmosis
  C) Cryptococcosis
  D) Herpes zoster

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a pregnant woman with a history of malignant hypertension. Which of the following is a priority teaching intervention for this client?
 
  A) Avoid activities that result in shortness of breath.
  B) Add more sodium and calcium to the diet.
  C) Get occasional rest and frequently exercise.
  D) Limit fluid intake for the first and third trimesters.

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Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Cryptococcosis is a rare fungal infection caused by the fungus cryptococcus. Tuberculosis is a bacterial disease caused by mycobacterium tuberculosis. Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection involving the brain, lungs, and other organs. Herpes zoster is an acute localized infection with varicella zoster virus.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
During pregnancy, the woman with a cardiac condition should get plenty of rest and avoid activities that result in shortness of breath. She should maintain a diet that will prevent excessive weight gain and water retention. Usually sodium (salt) is restricted.