This is the edited text:

A client with a diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) develops pneumonia. What type of infection is this?

Choice A reason: This is the priority nursing intervention because it helps to prevent infection, which is a major complication and risk factor for mortality in clients with lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and damage to various organs and tissues. Steroids are used to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system, but they also increase the susceptibility to infection. The nurse should wash their hands before and after contact with the client and follow standard precautions to reduce the transmission of microorganisms.

Choice B reason: This is not the priority nursing intervention, but it is a good intervention to promote the psychosocial health of the client. Lupus can affect the client's selfesteem, mood, and social relationships, especially during a flareup, which is a period of increased symptoms and activity of the disease. The nurse should assist with the enhancement of social wellbeing by providing activities that are appropriate for the client's physical and mental condition, such as reading, listening to music, or talking with friends and family.

Choice C reason: This is not the priority nursing intervention, but it is a good intervention to evaluate the client's coping and support resources. Lupus can be a chronic and unpredictable disease that can cause stress, anxiety, and depression in the client. The nurse should assess the client's support system, such as family, friends, or community groups, that can provide emotional, practical, and financial assistance to the client. The nurse should also refer the client to counseling, support groups, or other services as needed.

Choice D reason: This is not the priority nursing intervention, but it is a good intervention to respect the client's dignity and autonomy. Lupus can affect the client's appearance, mobility, and independence, which can make them feel vulnerable and embarrassed. The nurse should ensure privacy by keeping the door always closed, unless the client requests otherwise, and by knocking and asking for permission before entering the room. The nurse should also cover the client with a blanket or gown and expose only the necessary body parts during assessment or procedures.

Choice A reason: The client is in a private room is not an observation that requires further action by the nurse, because it is appropriate and desirable. The client with reduced immunity should be in a private room, as it can reduce the exposure to pathogens or allergens that may cause infection or inflammation. The client with reduced immunity has a weakened or impaired immune system, which makes them more susceptible and vulnerable to infection. The private room can also provide privacy, comfort, and security for the client.

Choice B reason: The client has a dedicated vital signs machine is not an observation that requires further action by the nurse, because it is appropriate and desirable. The client with reduced immunity should have a dedicated vital signs machine, as it can prevent the crosscontamination or transmission of pathogens or allergens that may cause infection or inflammation. The vital signs machine is a device that measures the blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and oxygen saturation of the client. The vital signs machine can be contaminated by the blood, body fluids, or secretions of the client or other clients, and can harbor bacteria, viruses, or fungi. The dedicated vital signs machine can also ensure the accuracy, consistency, and availability of the measurements for the client.

Choice C reason: The client has a vase of fresh flowers on the table is an observation that requires further action by the nurse, because it is inappropriate and undesirable. The client with reduced immunity should not have a vase of fresh flowers on the table, as it can increase the exposure to pathogens or allergens that may cause infection or inflammation. The fresh flowers are a source of mold, pollen, or insects, which can trigger allergic reactions, respiratory distress, or skin irritation. The fresh flowers can also contain bacteria, viruses, or fungi, which can infect the client through inhalation, ingestion, or contact. The vase of fresh flowers should be removed from the room and replaced with artificial flowers, pictures, or cards.

Choice D reason: There is hand sanitizer by the door is not an observation that requires further action by the nurse, because it is appropriate and desirable. The client with reduced immunity should have hand sanitizer by the door, as it can promote the hand hygiene and infection prevention of the client and others. Hand sanitizer is a product that contains alcohol or other agents that can kill or reduce the number of pathogens or allergens that may cause infection or inflammation. Hand sanitizer should be used by the client, the staff, and the visitors before and after entering or leaving the room, or after touching any objects or surfaces in the room.