A patient with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) develops Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia. Which nursing diagnosis has the highest priority for this patient?
A) Impaired gas exchange
B) Impaired oral mucous membranes
C) Unbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements
D) Activity intolerance
Ans: A
Feedback: Although all of these nursing diagnoses are appropriate for a patient with AIDS, impaired gas exchange is the priority nursing diagnosis for the patient with P. carinii pneumonia. Airway, breathing, and circulation take top priority for any patient.
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