Kaposi's sarcoma is a common problem in patients with AIDS. The nurse should instruct the patient who is diagnosed with AIDS to report which sign of Kaposi's sarcoma?
a. Reddish-purple skin lesions
b. Open, bleeding skin lesions
c. Blood-tinged sputum
d. Watery diarrhea
A
Kaposi's sarcoma is a rare cancer of the skin and mucous membranes characterized by blue, red, or purple raised lesions seen mainly in Mediterranean men. Kaposi's sarcoma: firm, flat, raised or nodular, hyperpigmented, multicentric lesions on the skin and mucous membranes.
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The client who was treated for a "strep" throat 3 weeks ago has a recurrence of the strepto-coccal infection
What additional assessment data should be obtained to determine whether the client has experienced any complications from this ongoing infection? A. Ophthalmoscopic examination of the eye B. Blood pressure in both arms C. Sputum specimen D. Urinalysis
Risk of cardiovascular disease is inversely associated with levels of
a. total cholesterol. b. low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. c. high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholester-ol. d. very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol.
Which nursing actions would help ensure a healthful environment? (Select all that apply.)
a. Help an elderly couple obtain access to a health clinic that will accept Medicare. b. Help parents fight to get soda and candy vending machines out of the school. c. Help the high school student government establish a waste recycling program. d. Refer a single mother to a public assistance program. e. Recognize that individuals have a right to smoke if they so desire. f. Support members of Mothers Against Drunk Driving who testify to Congress.