Kaposi's Sarcoma Is a Common Problem in Patients with AIDS

question 3

Multiple Choice

Kaposi's sarcoma is a common problem in patients with AIDS. The nurse should instruct the patient who is diagnosed with AIDS to report which sign of Kaposi's sarcoma?

• A) Reddish-purple skin lesions
• B) Open, bleeding skin lesions
• C) Blood-tinged sputum
• D) Watery diarrhea

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Definitions:

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