When the Client Is Started on Antiretroviral Drugs for HIV

question 16

Multiple Choice

When the client is started on antiretroviral drugs for HIV, it will be important for the nurse to teach the client which of the following?

• A)This drug will cure the disease over a period of time.
• B)This drug will not cure the disease, but could extend life expectancy.
• C)This type of drug will be used prior to vaccines.
• D)This drug is readily available all over the world for treatment.

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