The plan of care for a patient who is HIV-positive calls for the nurse to observe the pa-tient for symptoms of AIDS dementia. Which symptoms support that diagnosis?
a. Fever, night sweats, and nausea
b. Elevated pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
c. Inability to concentrate, forgetfulness, and apathy
d. Increased appetite and specific food and drink cravings
ANS: C
Behavioral and cognitive symptoms of AIDS dementia are poor concentration, inability to problem solve, apathy, social withdrawal, forgetfulness, slowness of thinking, and motor deficits. None of the other options would suggest the presence of AIDS dementia because they are not related to cognitive function.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)