Author Question: A client with HIV wasting syndrome has inadequate nutrition. What assessment finding by the nurse ... (Read 54 times)

Diane · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client with HIV wasting syndrome has inadequate nutrition. What assessment finding by the nurse best indicates that goals have been met for this client problem?

a. Chooses high-protein food
b. Has decreased oral discomfort
c. Eats 90 of meals and snacks
d. Has a weight gain of 2 pounds/1 month

Question 2

A client with human immune deficiency virus (HIV) has had a sudden decline in status with a large increase in viral load. What action should the nurse take first?

a. Ask the client about travel to any foreign countries.
b. Assess the client for adherence to the drug regimen.
c. Determine if the client has any new sexual partners.
d. Request information about new living quarters or pets.

Tabitha_2016 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The weight gain is the best indicator that goals for this client problem have been met because it demonstrates that the client not only is eating well but also is able to absorb the nutrients.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Adherence to the complex drug regimen needed for HIV treatment can be daunting. Clients must take their medications on time and correctly at a minimum of 90 of the time. Since this client's viral load has increased dramatically, the nurse should first assess this factor. After this, the other assessments may or may not be needed.