A nurse is caring for a female client with HIV. Which of the following manifestations of HIV is frequently seen in female clients?
A) Endometrial cancer
B) Cervical cancer
C) Ovarian cancer
D) Breast cancer
B
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Cervical cancer is a frequent clinical manifestation of HIV infection in women. Other manifestations of HIV specific to women include recurrent vaginal candidiasis, menstrual abnormalities, and abnormal Pap smears. Endometrial, ovarian, and breast cancer are not common manifestations of HIV infection.
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