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Brittanyd9008 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A client who is HIV-seropositive continues to use heroin on a daily basis, often shooting up with other addicted individuals. The client has agreed that his behavior endangers others and has agreed not to share needles.

What can the nurse give as a realistic estimate for success in attaining this outcome?
1. Low potential for achievement
2. Moderate potential for achievement
3. High potential for achievement
4. Ultra-high potential for achievement

Question 2

Which remark by a client would suggest that the treatment plan for a client with AIDS has been successful in promoting decisional control?

1. I recognize that what I've lost, I will never be able to regain.
2. I've learned enough about my disease to be able to make informed decisions.
3. I'll be happy when my suffering comes to an end and I can join my partner.
4. I see no advantage in antiviral therapy. The side effects are worse than the symptoms of AIDS.

dpost18 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1
Despite the client's good intentions not to share needles, he will not care who uses his needle once the heroin takes effect. The other options are unrealistically optimistic. High-risk behaviors are difficult to change. They are hard to discuss and harder still to achieve when they are drug-related, since substance use alters judgment.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2
This response reflects the client's satisfaction with his knowledge of the disease and his ability to make informed decisions. Option 1 has a sense of powerlessness. Option 3 shows resignation to impending death. Option 4 reflects a poor quality of life.