A client who had sexual contact with a partner who is HIV+ recently develops flulike symptoms such as a low grade fever, headache, and muscle pain. What does the nurse suspect this client is experiencing?
A) Pneumocystis pneumonia
B) Influenza
C) AIDS
D) Acute retroviral syndrome
D
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At the time of primary HIV infection, one third to more than one half of those infected develop acute retroviral syndrome, also called acute HIV syndrome, which often is mistaken for flu or some other common illness. Some manifestations include fever; swollen and tender lymph nodes; pharyngitis; rash about the face, trunk, palms, and soles; muscle and joint pain; headache; nausea and vomiting; and diarrhea. In addition, there may be enlargement of the liver and spleen, weight loss, and neurologic symptoms such as visual changes or cognitive and motor involvement. It is too soon after exposure for the client to develop Pneumocystis pneumonia or AIDS.
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