A client, age 27, who received a diagnosis of HIV infection a week ago, reports to the clinic nurse that he has felt tense, jittery, and distracted all week
He has had difficulty sleeping, and he has eaten little because he has experienced a lump in his throat all week. The nurse notes that his heart and respiratory rate are increased. The nurse can logically attribute the client's symptoms to:
1. Effects of HIV infection
2. Suicidal ideation
3. Acute anxiety
4. Guilt
ANS: 3
The symptoms described are consistent with anxiety. It is common for a person learning of an HIV-positive diagnosis to experience symptoms of anxiety, even panic. 1. The symptoms listed are not directly attributable to the HIV infection. 2. No data exist to suggest suicidal ideation. 4. No data are given to suggest guilt.
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