A client is diagnosed with HIV has developed encephalopathy. What nursing diagnosis should the nurse document concerning this latest diagnosis?
A) Ineffective breathing pattern
B) Impaired tissue integrity
C) Risk of disuse syndrome
D) Disturbed thought process

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Disturbed thought process is the correct nursing diagnosis for a client with HIV who has developed encephalopathy, as encephalopathy affects the brain and can lead to cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes.

A Client Is Diagnosed with HIV Has Developed Encephalopathy