Clients receiving antiretroviral drugs for HIV infection may continue to contract opportunistic infections. The nurse would be alert for which of the following when assessing the client during therapy? Select all that apply
A) Fever
B) Malaise
C) Sore throat
D) Lethargy
E) Hypotension
Ans: A, B, C, D
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The nurse's ongoing assessment of HIV-positive clients should include close monitoring for signs of infection such as fever, malaise, sore throat, or lethargy.
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