Zidovudine (Retrovir)has Been Prescribed to a Client with HIV

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Multiple Choice

Zidovudine (Retrovir) has been prescribed to a client with HIV.The client asks why it is given in combination with other medications to treat HIV.What should the nurse include in the teaching session for this client? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A)The combination will cure HIV.
• B)The combination allows HIV to be attacked by several different mechanisms.
• C)Strains of HIV resistant to zidovudine are common.
• D)The combination slows the development of resistance.
• E)The combination is more cost effective.

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