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The nurse documents nursing diagnoses and enters them into the patient record. The identified patient's nursing diagnosis is either written out with a plan of care or entered into the electronic health record.
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A 74-year-old man with a history of complex medical issues was diagnosed with Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) late in life. This case highlights diagnostic challenges in older adults with diverse health conditions.

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  • Infectious Diseases
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The case involves a 74-year-old male immigrant from sub-Saharan Africa presenting with prolonged respiratory and constitutional symptoms.
  • The patient had a complex medical history including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke, managed over many years in the USA.

Observation:

  • The patient experienced eight months of progressive shortness of breath, cough, anorexia, and weight loss.
  • Despite multiple hospitalizations and surgeries, his underlying condition remained undiagnosed for an extended period.

Findings:

  • The patient was eventually diagnosed with Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) at the age of 74.
  • This diagnosis was missed for many years despite extensive medical care.

Implications:

  • Late diagnosis of AIDS in older adults can lead to delayed treatment and poorer outcomes.
  • Highlights the importance of considering infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, in the differential diagnosis of elderly patients with non-specific symptoms.
  • Underscores the need for increased awareness and screening for HIV/AIDS in diverse and aging populations, particularly those with a history of travel to endemic areas.