Infectious mononucleosis is suspected in a client being seen in the clinic. In addition to swollen lymph glands and an increased lymphocyte count, the nurse can expect the client to:

A)

complain of headaches and malaise.
B)

have an enlarged liver.
C)

have petechiae over the anterior chest.
D)

report having insomnia.


A
Explanation:

A)

Common manifestations include headaches, malaise, fatigue, fever, sore throat, and an enlarged spleen.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
B)

Common manifestations include headaches, malaise, fatigue, fever, sore throat, and an enlarged spleen.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
C)

Common manifestations include headaches, malaise, fatigue, fever, sore throat, and an enlarged spleen.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
D)

Common manifestations include headaches, malaise, fatigue, fever, sore throat, and an enlarged spleen.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation

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