The nurse cares for a client who has unprotected sex with an individual positive for HIV.  Following a negative rapid HIV screening test, which symptoms will the nurse teach the client to report that my indicate that the client has developed an acute HIV infection?

The nurse teaches a client about the metabolic disorders seen with long-term use of antiretroviral (ART) medications.  Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

The nurse cares for a client newly diagnosed with HIV.  The client refuses to start antiretroviral therapy at this time.  Which is an appropriate action by the nurse at this time?

The nurse in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit suspects a client with a history of obstructive sleep apnea is experiencing hypoventilation.  Which early assessment finding supports this?

The nurse cares for a client brought to the clinic after being stung by a wasp.  Upon arrival, the client is anxious and having difficulty breathing.  Which is the initial PRIORITY action for the nurse to take?

The nurse cares for a client prior to surgery.  The client asks the nurse “What is an advantage of a regional anesthesia over a general anesthesia?”  Which is the best response by the nurse?

The nurse administers an intravenous antibiotic to a client.  Which initial manifestation would the nurse expect to see with an allergic response to the drug?

The nurse is providing instructions to a client for an upcoming surgery, which statement will the nurse include in the instructions?

The nurse cares for a client in a community health clinic who reports a new onset of fatigue and headache.  The result of a “rapid” HIV antigen-antibody test is positive.  Which statement by the nurse is appropriate to include at this time?

A client diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) tells the nurse, “I feel obsessed with morbid thoughts about dying.”  Which response by the nurse is appropriate?