Question

In addition to pneumocystis jiroveci, a client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (aids) also has an ulcer 4 cm in diameter on the leg. considering the client's total health status, what is the most critical concern?

Answer 1

Having AIDS causes the body's immune system to go down, resulting to reduced resistance against bacteria and other pathogens. Thus, the patient becomes vulnerable to problems like pneumocystis jiroveci infection.
Infection by pneumocystis jiroveci can cause death if not addressed. In the present case, the pneumocystis jiroveci is the most critical concern and must be treated with antibiotics right away. The ulcer can be treated by applying dressing and daily wound care, which can be done concurrently.