Author Question: A client receiving treatment for human immunodeficiency virus infection is demonstrating signs of ... (Read 120 times)

jayhills49

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 559
A client receiving treatment for human immunodeficiency virus infection is demonstrating signs of resistance to the medication. Which of the following does this suggest to the nurse?
 
  1. The medication dosages need to be increased.
  2. The client needs to be taken off all medication.
  3. The client needs additional medication to treat side effects.
  4. The client is not adhering to the prescribed medication schedule.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Which of the following precautions is best in the care of the client?
 
  1. Gloves and an N-95 mask
  2. Gown, gloves, and mask if splashing with body fluids is likely
  3. Gown, gloves, mask, and placement into a negative-pressure room
  4. Only handwashing is needed



ultraflyy23

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 312
Answer to Question 1

4
Resistance to medication prescribed to treat human immunodeficiency virus infection can develop if the client does not adhere to the dose schedule for each drug. Resistance to the medication does not mean the dosages need to be increased. The client should not be taken off all medication. Signs of resistance to the medication are not the same as side effects.

Answer to Question 2

2
Standard precautions should be followed when handling any body fluids and blood. An N-95 mask and a negative-pressure room are not necessary. Handwashing is always recommended, but it should be accompanied by other precautions if contact with body fluids or blood is likely.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question


 

Did you know?

There can actually be a 25-hour time difference between certain locations in the world. The International Date Line passes between the islands of Samoa and American Samoa. It is not a straight line, but "zig-zags" around various island chains. Therefore, Samoa and nearby islands have one date, while American Samoa and nearby islands are one day behind. Daylight saving time is used in some islands, but not in others—further shifting the hours out of sync with natural time.

Did you know?

Symptoms of kidney problems include a loss of appetite, back pain (which may be sudden and intense), chills, abdominal pain, fluid retention, nausea, the urge to urinate, vomiting, and fever.

Did you know?

Persons who overdose with cardiac glycosides have a better chance of overall survival if they can survive the first 24 hours after the overdose.

Did you know?

Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection that has been fatal in at least 29% of cases, and in as many as 83% of cases, depending on the patient's health prior to infection. It has occurred often after natural disasters such as tornados, and early treatment is essential.

Did you know?

Normal urine is sterile. It contains fluids, salts, and waste products. It is free of bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library