Which of the Following Is True Regarding Perinatal Transmission of HIV

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding perinatal transmission of HIV?

• A)Women in the United States and Canada are not routinely offered HIV testing during pregnancy, but they should request it if they feel they are at risk.
• B)Breast feeding is not a risk for HIV transmission, and women with HIV infection in the United States and Canada are encouraged to breast feed.
• C)The risk of transmission from mother to child can be significantly reduced by the use of antiretroviral medication during pregnancy and delivery.
• D)The risk of perinatal HIV transmission only occurs at the time of delivery.

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