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Question:

The LPN is caring for a patient newly diagnosed with HIV. Which statement made by the patient regarding antiretroviral therapy (ART) would require correction from the nurse?

A “I know I will need to come back for blood draws so that I can begin ART when my CD4 count is over 1,000 cells/mm3.”
explanation

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends making treatment for those with a CD4 count of ≤350 cells/mm3 a priority, as early intervention can help delay disease progression. Studies have shown that ART can reduce HIV transmission to sexual partners by up to 96%. Conditions such as pregnancy and Hepatitis B and C increase the need to initiate therapy sooner and are in no way contraindicated. ART does not cure HIV, but to maintain viral suppression, it should be continued indefinitely.

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