Exam 26: Cancer and Human Immunodeficiency Virus Hiv Infection

The nurse completes a health history with a client. For which reason should the nurse identify this client has an increased risk for prostate cancer?

A client who is HIV positive has lost 10% of body weight over the last 3 months and attributes this to diarrhea caused by the medication. What should the nurse suggest to this client?

The nurse prepares information about cancer prevention for a community group. For which reason should the nurse emphasize exercise and normal body weight?

A client who is immunocompromised is returning home after receiving extensive treatment for HIV. Which food safety precautions should the nurse teach the client?

A client who received chemotherapy and radiation for head and neck cancer is experiencing profound dysphagia. What actions can the nurse suggest help with this condition?

A client reports eating grilled meat several times a week. What should the nurse include when explaining why foods cooked at high temperatures increase the risk of cancer?

A client taking protease inhibitors for HIV treatment wants to take the supplement St. John's wort. What should the nurse reply to this client?

A client receiving chemotherapy expresses food aversion to meals. Which action should the nurse take to support this client's nutritional needs?

A client receiving chemotherapy experiences a metallic taste when eating. Which intervention should the nurse review with this client? (Select all that apply.)

The nurse notes that a client scheduled to begin radiation therapy takes vitamins A, C, and E. What side effects of taking these supplements during treatment should the nurse be alert to?

A client who is HIV positive has an elevated fasting blood glucose. What dietary recommendation is important for this client?

A client with metastatic breast cancer experiences severe nausea following each administration of chemotherapy. Which action should the nurse take to help this client avoid nausea?

A client who is HIV positive feels socially isolated and avoids eating out because of the risk for foodborne illness. Which response should the nurse make to this client?

A client with HIV is diagnosed with hyperlipidemia. What diet instruction should the nurse provide to this client?

The nurse is planning care for a client with cancer. For which reason should the nurse recommend that the client increase the intake of omega-3 fatty acids?

A client with HIV is taking multiple ART medications. Which vitamin supplement should the nurse recommend to prevent the development of osteoporosis?