Which focused assessment is supported when an older adult is diagnosed with HIV?
a. Homan's Sign
b. Mini Mental Status Examination
c. Chvostek's Sign
d. Neurological Examination
ANS: B
Older adults with HIV may also be at more risk for cognitive decline and may be misdiag-nosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD) instead of AIDS - the actual problem. Homan's sign is an indicator of deep vein thrombosis; Chvostek's sign is a facial muscle twitch seen with hypomagnesemia, and a neurological exam is going to identify a cognitive deficient.
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