The nurse is collecting objective data for a client with AIDS at the clinic. The nurse observes white plaques in the client's oral cavity, on the tongue, and buccal mucosa. What does the nurse understand this finding indicates?
A) Kaposi's sarcoma
B) Candidiasis
C) Hairy leukoplakia
D) Coccidiomycosis
B
Feedback:
Candidiasis is a yeast infection caused by the Candida albicans microorganisms. It may develop in the oral, pharyngeal, esophageal, or vaginal cavities or in folds of the skin. It is often called thrush when located in the mouth. Inspection of the mouth, throat, or vagina reveals areas of white plaque that may bleed when mobilized with a cotton-tipped swab. Kaposi's sarcoma is a purple lesion and is an opportunistic cancer. Hairy leukoplakia is also an indication of oral cancer. Coccidiomycosis causes diarrhea in the immunosuppressed client.
You might also like to view...
A nurse cares for a teenage girl with a new ileostomy. The client states, "I cannot go to prom with an ostomy." How should the nurse respond?
a. "Sure you can. Purchase a prom dress one size larger to hide the ostomy appliance." b. "The pouch won't be as noticeable if you avoid broccoli and carbonated drinks prior to the prom." c. "Let's talk to the enterostomal therapist about options for ostomy supplies and dress styles." d. "You can remove the pouch from your ostomy appliance when you are at the prom so that it is less noticeable."
In a leadership training class, which statement indicates learning has been successful?
1. ?Relationship building is essential to be successful in leadership.? 2. ?If I am to be successful in leadership, I should make sure no followers are friends.? 3. ?Leadership means I do can delegate tasks I do not want to do.? 4. ?Most people would not be able to tell if I only act interested in them.?
Which of the following would the nurse expect to find in a male infant with Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome?
A) Eczema B) Thrombocytosis C) Lymphadenopathy D) Pneumonia
Medical asepsis includes:
A. Hand washing B. Surgical procedures C. Autoclaving instruments D. Sterilization of equipment