When Teaching a Client Who Is HIV Positive, the Nurse

question 9

Multiple Choice

When teaching a client who is HIV positive, the nurse should explain that the virus can be transmitted

• A) as soon as manifestations of illness appear.
• B) once the diagnosis has been made.
• C) only to another susceptible host.
• D) to anyone having contact with blood or semen.

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