Management of the hematological manifestations of HIV infection and AIDS.
Hematological abnormalities, characterized by cytopenias, are a problem commonly encountered by persons with HIV or AIDS. Cytopenias can be multifactorial in their causation and potentially life threatening to this population. An understanding of the various causes of these cytopenias and the appropriate nursing care are tantamount to nursing practice and to ensure quality of life. Goals of medical and nursing care are directed at assessment, interventions, and patient education to prevent or minimize the complications of hematological abnormalities. This article reviews current knowledge regarding the causes, pathophysiology, treatments, and nursing care of HIV/AIDS-related hematological abnormalities.
D017088:AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections / Q000150:complications; D000740:Anemia / Q000150:complications; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000097:blood* / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy; D006402:Hematologic Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000209:etiology* / Q000276:immunology / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D016483:Lymphoma, AIDS-Related / Q000150:complications; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010353:Patient Education as Topic