Important Principles to Consider When Counseling a Client with AIDS

question 44

Multiple Choice

Important principles to consider when counseling a client with AIDS include:

• A) setting priorities according to the client's wishes and needs.
• B) setting priorities according to research protocols.
• C) providing the client with all of the choices for HIV therapies, both proven and unproven.
• D) providing a list of significant changes for the client to make in lifestyle and food patterns.

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Definitions:

Diabetes

A metabolic disease characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period, resulting from defects in insulin secretion or action.

Behavioral Factors

Elements of individuals' actions, habits, and decisions that impact their health and wellbeing, such as diet, physical activity, and smoking.

Diabetes Management

An ongoing process that includes the monitoring, control, and treatment of blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes to prevent complications.

Parity Ratio

A measurement comparing the value of one set of goods, services, or income to another, typically used in agricultural economics or international trade.