HIV & TB HESI Case Study Questions & Answers 2026 |
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1. What is a common visual indicator of oral candidiasis that a nurse might
observe in a patient?
Redness and swelling of the gums
Dryness of the lips
White patches on the oral mucosa
Bleeding from the mouth
2. Why is it important for nurses to follow hospital protocols regarding visitors
for patients with infectious diseases like HIV and TB?
To prevent the spread of infection and ensure patient safety.
To maintain a strict visitor policy regardless of circumstances.
To limit patient interaction with family members.
To comply with legal regulations only.
3. What is one key nursing intervention to improve nutrition in a patient with HIV
and TB?
Administering antiretroviral therapy
Assessing the patient's dietary needs
Monitoring vital signs
Providing oxygen therapy
4. What is the priority nursing diagnosis for a patient diagnosed with Stage 3
HIV (AIDS) and tuberculosis?
, Risk for infection
Ineffective airway clearance
Impaired skin integrity
Deficient knowledge
5. What is the relationship between HIV and the risk of developing tuberculosis
(TB)?
HIV decreases the risk of developing tuberculosis (TB).
HIV only affects the risk of other infections.
HIV increases the risk of developing tuberculosis (TB).
HIV has no effect on the risk of tuberculosis (TB).
6. If Raymond is not fully aware of the risks associated with his HIV diagnosis,
what potential consequence might he face regarding his tuberculosis (TB)
treatment?
Decreased likelihood of TB infection.
Increased risk of TB reactivation or progression.
Improved adherence to TB medication.
No change in TB treatment outcomes.
7. The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) asks why Raymond could not be in
an empty semiprivate room closer to the nurses station so that the staff
would not have to walk so far to provide care. What information should the
nurse provide to the UAP on infection control services?
The implementation of airborne precautions for possible TB requires
a private, negative pressure room assignment
The pt needs to be at the end of the hallway for confidentiality
, A private room is required to implement contact precautions for
possible TB
The pt needs to be at the end of the hallway bc they require privacy
8. If the LPN continues to refuse care for Raymond based on his HIV status,
what should the nurse do to ensure patient care is not compromised?
Encourage the LPN to ignore their concerns.
Assign Raymond to another nurse without addressing the issue.
Provide care for Raymond without informing the LPN.
Report the LPN's refusal to the nursing supervisor.
9. Why is it important for Raymond to take his medication first thing in the
morning?
It is a requirement for all patients.
Taking medication consistently helps manage his HIV and TB
effectively.
It helps him feel more energetic.
It is the only activity he needs to do.
10. What is the primary concern expressed by the staff LPN regarding caring for
Raymond?
Medication adherence issues
Dietary needs of the patient
Infection control measures
Caring for a patient with HIV and TB
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1. What is a common visual indicator of oral candidiasis that a nurse might
observe in a patient?
Redness and swelling of the gums
Dryness of the lips
White patches on the oral mucosa
Bleeding from the mouth
2. Why is it important for nurses to follow hospital protocols regarding visitors
for patients with infectious diseases like HIV and TB?
To prevent the spread of infection and ensure patient safety.
To maintain a strict visitor policy regardless of circumstances.
To limit patient interaction with family members.
To comply with legal regulations only.
3. What is one key nursing intervention to improve nutrition in a patient with HIV
and TB?
Administering antiretroviral therapy
Assessing the patient's dietary needs
Monitoring vital signs
Providing oxygen therapy
4. What is the priority nursing diagnosis for a patient diagnosed with Stage 3
HIV (AIDS) and tuberculosis?
, Risk for infection
Ineffective airway clearance
Impaired skin integrity
Deficient knowledge
5. What is the relationship between HIV and the risk of developing tuberculosis
(TB)?
HIV decreases the risk of developing tuberculosis (TB).
HIV only affects the risk of other infections.
HIV increases the risk of developing tuberculosis (TB).
HIV has no effect on the risk of tuberculosis (TB).
6. If Raymond is not fully aware of the risks associated with his HIV diagnosis,
what potential consequence might he face regarding his tuberculosis (TB)
treatment?
Decreased likelihood of TB infection.
Increased risk of TB reactivation or progression.
Improved adherence to TB medication.
No change in TB treatment outcomes.
7. The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) asks why Raymond could not be in
an empty semiprivate room closer to the nurses station so that the staff
would not have to walk so far to provide care. What information should the
nurse provide to the UAP on infection control services?
The implementation of airborne precautions for possible TB requires
a private, negative pressure room assignment
The pt needs to be at the end of the hallway for confidentiality
, A private room is required to implement contact precautions for
possible TB
The pt needs to be at the end of the hallway bc they require privacy
8. If the LPN continues to refuse care for Raymond based on his HIV status,
what should the nurse do to ensure patient care is not compromised?
Encourage the LPN to ignore their concerns.
Assign Raymond to another nurse without addressing the issue.
Provide care for Raymond without informing the LPN.
Report the LPN's refusal to the nursing supervisor.
9. Why is it important for Raymond to take his medication first thing in the
morning?
It is a requirement for all patients.
Taking medication consistently helps manage his HIV and TB
effectively.
It helps him feel more energetic.
It is the only activity he needs to do.
10. What is the primary concern expressed by the staff LPN regarding caring for
Raymond?
Medication adherence issues
Dietary needs of the patient
Infection control measures
Caring for a patient with HIV and TB
