HESI RN
HESI RN Medical Surgical Questions
Extract:
History and Physical
Nurses' Notes
Flow Sheet
Laboratory Results
The nurse is caring for a client who was admitted to the hospital with reports of shortness of breath, fever, fatigue, and oral thrush three days ago. The health care provider reviews the laboratory and diagnostic tests with the client and informs of the diagnosis of Pneumocystis pneumonia. The client reports that they recently tested HIV positive. The nurse reviews the client's medical record.
HIV diagnosed 4 months ago with no medications prescribed.
Note added to H&P reporting client wishes to be confidential since family and friends are unaware of the HIV diagnosis.
Question 1 of 5
What order(s) should the nurse anticipate being prescribed after an update is reported to the healthcare providers? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Increasing IV fluids, monitoring for antibiotic reactions, and administering an antiemetic address the client's fever, potential infection, and nausea associated with Pneumocystis pneumonia.
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