A patient treated for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection for 6 years has developed fat redistribution to the trunk, with wasting of the arms, legs, and face. What instructions will the nurse give to the patient?
a. Review foods that are higher in protein.
b. Teach about the benefits of daily exercise.
c. Discuss a change in antiretroviral therapy.
d. Talk about treatment with antifungal agents.
ANS: C
A frequent first intervention for metabolic disorders is a change in antiretroviral therapy (ART). Treatment with antifungal agents would not be appropriate because there is no indication of fungal infection. Changes in diet or exercise have not proven helpful for this problem.
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