An HIV-positive patient comes into the clinic complaining of increasing pain in the feet and legs. The nurse realizes that this patient is demonstrating which complication?

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Pain in the feet and legs is a common manifestation of peripheral neuropathy, which is a nervous system complication commonly seen in individuals with HIV. This may occur due to HIV itself or as a side effect of antiretroviral therapy.

An HIV-Positive Patient Comes into the Clinic Complaining of Increasing