The client who has engaged in needle-sharing activities has developed a flu-like infection. An HIV antibody test is negative. Which statement best describes the scientific rationale for this finding?
1. The client is fortunate not to have contracted HIV from an infected needle
2. The client must be repeatedly exposed to HIV before becoming infected
3. The client may be in the primary infection phase of an HIB infection
4. The antibody test is negative because the client has a different flu virus
3. The client may be in the primary infection phase of an HIB infection
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a. patient fit c. scheduling b. work environment d. orientation options
The nurse has presented a community education class on recommended health screenings for women. Which statement about the Pap smear by a class member indicates that additional teaching is necessary?
1. "It is recommended for women 21 years of age and older." 2. "It diagnoses cervical cancer." 3. "Intercourse at a young age is a risk factor for an abnormal Pap smear." 4. "Detects abnormal cells."
Which of the following is not a current priority for clinical nursing research?
A) Chronic illness B) Health promotion C) Nurses' personalities D) Prevention of illness
Some alcohol withdrawal symptoms can last for up to several ______.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).