A New Client Diagnosed with AIDS Is Being Seen in a Hospital

question 13

Multiple Choice

A new client diagnosed with AIDS is being seen in a hospital clinic. Which characteristics should a nurse anticipate when assessing a client with immunosuppression?

• A)Frequent infections
• B)Infections that are more severe than usual
• C)Incomplete response to treatment
• D)Leukocyte count of 5,000 to 10,000

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