In Relation to HIV Infection, What Was the Effect of Rinsing

question 30

Multiple Choice

In relation to HIV infection, what was the effect of rinsing contaminated needles with water?

• A) Rinsing with water is effective at flushing out the HIV virus.
• B) Several study participants were infected with HIV via needles during this study.
• C) Most drug users use clean needles, so rinsing with water is not important.
• D) Rinsing with water kills the HIV virus more effectively than does alcohol.

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