In a patient with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which complications should the nurse anticipate and assess for? Select all that apply. Select all that apply.

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In a patient with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which complications should the nurse anticipate and assess for? Select all that apply.  Select all that apply.

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- Kaposi neoplasms of the external surfaces of the eyelid are associated with HIV due to the related immunosuppression and the increased risk of Kaposi sarcoma caused by Human Herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8) in these patients.- Cotton-wool spots around the optic nerve can occur in HIV patients as a result of HIV retinopathy, which is the most common ocular manifestation of HIV.- Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis is a serious and sight-threatening condition that can occur in HIV patients, especially when their CD4 count falls below 50 cells/mm³, indicating severe immunosuppression.

In a Patient with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Which Complications