NUR 265 Exam 4 Galen (Latest 2026 Update) 100% Verified Questions &
Answers | Grade A+
1. AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome): Low CD4 T cell count <200, Opportunistic
infections
2. HIV/AIDS Key Features: CNS Signs
Confusion Dementia
Fever
Visual changes
Memory loss
Personalitychanges
Pain
Seizure
s CNS
Inflammation causes damage to the brain and CNS
3. opportunistic infections r/t HIV/AIDS compromised immune system: Toxoplas-
mosis Encephalitis - cat liter glove and mask. Neuro assessment
Fungal Infections
Candidiasis=Pain can occur while swallowing
Bad breath, dryness, white tongue
abnormality of taste, diflculty swallowing, or redness
Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia
Cryptococcal meningitis
Bacterial Infections
TB
Meningitis
Viral Infections
Cytomegalovirus infection
Herpes simplex infection
Varicella -zoster virus
Meningitis
Malignancies
Kaposi sarcoma
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
, Hodgkin's lymphoma
Invasive cervical carcinoma
4. Oncologic Emergencies: Hypercalcemia, Tumor Lysis Syndrome, Superior Vena Cava Syndrome, DIC,
Sepsis, SIADH, Spinal Cord Compression
5. spinal cord compression treatment: Pharmacologically:
- High-dose corticosteroids to reduce edema and pain
- Chemotherapy as adjunct to radiation and surgery
- Analgesics (palliative).
High-dose dexamethasone IV (steroids) should be started immediately once the diagnosis is
suspected. After the specific etiology is delineated more clearly by MRI, specific therapy may be
initiated.
6. kidney rejection s/s: Increased creatinine
Increased weight/swelling
Fever/Pain over organ
Decreased UO
7. lupus erythematosus: an autoimmune disease, with chronic superficial inflammation of the skin; the
lesions typically form a butterfly pattern over the bridge of the nose and cheeks.
systemic manifestations including skin rash, erosion of joints or even kidney failure. It attacks and damages healthy
tissues.
8. Lupus Patient Teaching: Cleanse skin with mild soap
Dry skin thoroughly by patting rather than rubbing Apply
lotion to dry skin
Avoid powders and drying agents
Use cosmetics with moisturizers
Avoid sun and other UV light, including tanning beds
Wear large-brimmed hat, long sleeves Lupus Patient Teaching
long pants when in the sun
Use a sun block SPF at least 30
Inspect skin daily for open areas and rashes
Rest Periods to prevent excessive fatigue
Anti-inflammatory medications first thing in am - to relieve pain, reduce inflammation
Answers | Grade A+
1. AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome): Low CD4 T cell count <200, Opportunistic
infections
2. HIV/AIDS Key Features: CNS Signs
Confusion Dementia
Fever
Visual changes
Memory loss
Personalitychanges
Pain
Seizure
s CNS
Inflammation causes damage to the brain and CNS
3. opportunistic infections r/t HIV/AIDS compromised immune system: Toxoplas-
mosis Encephalitis - cat liter glove and mask. Neuro assessment
Fungal Infections
Candidiasis=Pain can occur while swallowing
Bad breath, dryness, white tongue
abnormality of taste, diflculty swallowing, or redness
Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia
Cryptococcal meningitis
Bacterial Infections
TB
Meningitis
Viral Infections
Cytomegalovirus infection
Herpes simplex infection
Varicella -zoster virus
Meningitis
Malignancies
Kaposi sarcoma
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
, Hodgkin's lymphoma
Invasive cervical carcinoma
4. Oncologic Emergencies: Hypercalcemia, Tumor Lysis Syndrome, Superior Vena Cava Syndrome, DIC,
Sepsis, SIADH, Spinal Cord Compression
5. spinal cord compression treatment: Pharmacologically:
- High-dose corticosteroids to reduce edema and pain
- Chemotherapy as adjunct to radiation and surgery
- Analgesics (palliative).
High-dose dexamethasone IV (steroids) should be started immediately once the diagnosis is
suspected. After the specific etiology is delineated more clearly by MRI, specific therapy may be
initiated.
6. kidney rejection s/s: Increased creatinine
Increased weight/swelling
Fever/Pain over organ
Decreased UO
7. lupus erythematosus: an autoimmune disease, with chronic superficial inflammation of the skin; the
lesions typically form a butterfly pattern over the bridge of the nose and cheeks.
systemic manifestations including skin rash, erosion of joints or even kidney failure. It attacks and damages healthy
tissues.
8. Lupus Patient Teaching: Cleanse skin with mild soap
Dry skin thoroughly by patting rather than rubbing Apply
lotion to dry skin
Avoid powders and drying agents
Use cosmetics with moisturizers
Avoid sun and other UV light, including tanning beds
Wear large-brimmed hat, long sleeves Lupus Patient Teaching
long pants when in the sun
Use a sun block SPF at least 30
Inspect skin daily for open areas and rashes
Rest Periods to prevent excessive fatigue
Anti-inflammatory medications first thing in am - to relieve pain, reduce inflammation
