A Mother Who Is HIV-Positive Has Given Birth to a Term

question 13

Multiple Choice

A mother who is HIV-positive has given birth to a term female. What plan of care is most appropriate for this infant?

• A) Test with an anti-HIV-1 antibody assay at 8 months.
• B) Begin prophylactic AZT (Zidovudine) administration.
• C) Provide 4-5 large feedings throughout the day.
• D) Encourage the mother to breastfeed the child.

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