The nurse is planning care for an AIDS patient admitted with chronic severe diarrhea secondary to adverse effects of the antiviral drugs prescribed. What would be the most appropriate goal for this patient?
A) Patient will show improved nutritional status evidenced by weight gain.
B) Alleviation or reduction of signs and symptoms of AIDS.
C) Patient will be able to demonstrate the effectiveness of the teaching plan.
D) Patient will state that comfort and safety measures are effective and show compliance with the regimen.
A
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Severe chronic diarrhea is likely to result in malnutrition and weight loss along with potential alterations in fluid and electrolyte balance. The best indicator of improvement would be an improvement in nutritional status as indicated by weight gain. Although the other outcomes might be applicable to a patient with AIDS, weight gain is the priority concern for a patient with severe chronic diarrhea.
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