A pregnant woman, who admits to intravenous drug use, had a negative human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) screening test just after missing her first menstrual period. Which assessment data would indicate the client needs to be retested for HIV?
A) Hemoglobin of 11 g/dL and a rapid weight gain
B) Elevated blood pressure and ankle edema
C) Unusual fatigue and oral thrush
D) Shortness of breath and frequent urination
Answer: C
The client who is HIV-positive would have a suppressed immune system and would experience symptoms of fatigue and opportunistic infections such as oral thrush. The client with HIV would be anemic and anorexic. The client would have a decrease in blood pressure, and no ankle edema. Shortness of breath and frequent urination do not indicate a need to retest for HIV.
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