216) ANSWER
C) Chronic impairment of brain functioning
RATIONALE
The behaviors described in this situation are characteristic of clients with dementia, which is a possible late consequence of AIDS. The nurse should understand that the occurrence of symptoms indicates progression of the AIDS illness and that care should be planned accordingly. Option 1 is incorrect because an individual can live with dementia for some time before death occurs, either from AIDS or another cause. Option 2 is incorrect because the situation describes behaviors that are characteristic of the chronic progressive decline that is seen in persons with dementia. Option 4 is incorrect because the particular pattern of behaviors that is described are not particularly associated with the side effect profile of drugs used to control AIDS. Review usual progression patterns of AIDS. Recognize that the client and significant others have a right to know what is happening.
C) Chronic impairment of brain functioning
RATIONALE
The behaviors described in this situation are characteristic of clients with dementia, which is a possible late consequence of AIDS. The nurse should understand that the occurrence of symptoms indicates progression of the AIDS illness and that care should be planned accordingly. Option 1 is incorrect because an individual can live with dementia for some time before death occurs, either from AIDS or another cause. Option 2 is incorrect because the situation describes behaviors that are characteristic of the chronic progressive decline that is seen in persons with dementia. Option 4 is incorrect because the particular pattern of behaviors that is described are not particularly associated with the side effect profile of drugs used to control AIDS. Review usual progression patterns of AIDS. Recognize that the client and significant others have a right to know what is happening.
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