A Patient with a Diagnosis of HIV Is Complaining of Dyspnea

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient with a diagnosis of HIV is complaining of dyspnea and hemoptysis.The patient describes the presence of a cough,and plain radiographs demonstrate diffuse pulmonary infiltrates.This patient has had several bouts of pneumonia within the past year; he has sought treatment but finds it difficult to stay on a regimen given his travel (the patient resides abroad) .He is likely to be diagnosed with which condition?

• A) Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia
• B) Tuberculosis
• C) Klebsiella pneumonia
• D) Legionella pneumonia

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Definitions:

Ventromedial Hypothalamus

A part of the hypothalamus involved in regulating satiety, metabolism, and sexual behaviors.

Overeating

The consumption of food in quantities greater than the energy expenditure, leading to potential weight gain.

Digestive Problems

Issues related to the gastrointestinal tract that can include symptoms such as bloating, constipation, or diarrhea.

Anorexia Nervosa

Exaggerated concern with being overweight that leads to inadequate food intake and often excessive exercising; can lead to severe weight loss and even starvation.