Question

A registered nurse is teaching a student nurse regarding the interventions for a client with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Which statement by the student nurse indicates the nurse needs to follow up?

1
"I will ask the client to avoid exposure to new infectious agents."
2
"I will ask the client about intake of vitamins and micronutrients."
Correct 3
"I will ask the client to avoid involvement in community activities."
4
"I will ask the client if he or she is up to date with recommended vaccines."
HIV-infected clients may feel isolated and lonely; therefore they should be involved in support groups and community activities. The nurse should follow up to correct this misconception. All the other statements are correct. The HIV infection decreases the client's immunity making the client prone to infection. Therefore HIV-infected clients should avoid exposure to new infectious agents. They should consume nutritional support to maintain lean body mass and ensure appropriate levels of vitamins and micronutrients. They need to be updated with recommended vaccines to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases.

Answer 1

The statement by the student nurse that needs follow-up is: "I will ask the client to avoid involvement in community activities."

Step-by-step explanation:

HIV-infected individuals should not be discouraged from participating in community activities or support groups. The nurse should correct the student nurse's misconception that clients with HIV should avoid community involvement. In fact, maintaining social connections and participating in support groups can be beneficial for HIV-infected individuals, as it helps address feelings of isolation and loneliness commonly associated with the condition.

All the other statements made by the student nurse are accurate. HIV-infected clients are indeed advised to avoid exposure to new infectious agents due to their compromised immunity. Additionally, inquiring about the intake of vitamins and micronutrients is essential to support the client's nutritional needs. Ensuring that the client is up to date with recommended vaccines is also crucial for preventing vaccine-preventable diseases in individuals with HIV. Overall, the student nurse's understanding is generally correct, but clarification is needed regarding the importance of community involvement for HIV-infected clients.