Author Question: Which of the following CD4+ count would be used to confirm the diagnosis of acquired ... (Read 33 times)

karen · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Which of the following CD4+ count would be used to confirm the diagnosis of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)?

1. 155 cells/mcL
2. 255 cells/mcL
3. 455 cells/mcL
4. 755 cells/mcL

Question 2

A client who has experienced a burn is in the emergent phase of treatment that usually occurs during which of the following periods?

1. 24 to 48 hours
2. 36 to 72 hours
3. 48 to 96 hours
4. 1 to 7 days

dudman123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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A CD4+ count of less than 200 cells/mcL is used as a criterion to establish the diagnosis of AIDS. In cell counts less than 500 to 600 cells/mcL, antiviral therapy should be initiated. Cell counts greater than 600 cells/mcL are in the normal range.

Answer to Question 2

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The emergent period is the first 24 to 48 hours after a burn. The acute phase begins after the emergent period ends and lasts until the burn is healed. The rehabilitation period begins with wound closure and continues until the patient has reached the highest level of functioning.