A 40-Year-Old Man with Known HIV Infection Is Admitted to the Hospital

question 79

Multiple Choice

A 40-year-old man with known HIV infection is admitted to the hospital with right arm weakness and difficulty with speech.  He was diagnosed with HIV infection eight years ago.  He has not been adherent with either anti-retroviral treatment or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole prophylaxis therapy for several months prior to admission.  His most recent CD4 count obtained 12 months ago was 150/µL.  He does not smoke, drink alcohol, or use intravenous drugs.
His BMI is 26 kg/m².  After a thorough evaluation, a diagnosis of central nervous system toxoplasmosis was established.  He was given intravenous fluids and therapy was initiated with sulfadiazine and pyrimethamine.
Which of the following additional medications should be given to this patient?

• A)Filgrastim
• B)Leucovorin
• C)Ondansetron
• D)Phenytoin
• E)Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole

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Differentiate between the types of homeowner's insurance forms and choose the appropriate one for specific needs.

Recognize the coverage specifics of renter's and umbrella insurance policies.

Understand liability concepts in the context of home insurance and how negligence is determined.

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