Why should interventions such as promotion of nutrition, exercise, and stress reduction be undertaken by the nurse for patients who have HIV infection?
a. They will promote a feeling of well-being in the patient.
b. They will improve immune function.
c. They will prevent transmission of the virus to others.
d. They will increase the patient's strength and ability to care for himself or herself.
ANS: B
HIV disease progression may be delayed by promoting a healthy immune system. Useful interventions for HIV-infected patients include the following: nutritional changes that maintain lean body mass, regular exercise, and stress reduction.
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