Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
Which laboratory test(s) should the nurse monitor to evaluate disease progression and treatment success for a client with HIV infection? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
D,E
Rationale
HIV viral load measures the amount of HIV RNA in the blood and is the primary indicator of viral replication and treatment efficacy. CD4+ lymphocyte count reflects immune system status and disease progression. Lower CD4 counts indicate higher risk of opportunistic infections. Western Blot is diagnostic, not for monitoring. Anergy panel and PT are unrelated to HIV management.