HIV/AIDS can be transmitted from an infected person to another person through blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk. High-risk behaviors include homosexual practices; unprotected oral, vaginal, or anal sexual intercourse; and needle sharing. Discuss how this information can be used in public health action in individual decision making.

HIV/AIDS can be transmitted from an infected person to another person through blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk. High-risk behaviors include homosexual practices; unprotected oral, vaginal, or anal sexual intercourse; and needle sharing. Discuss how this information can be used in public health action in individual decision making.

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781305964792

Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter5: The Therapeutic Approach To The Patient With A Life-threatening Illness

Section: Chapter Questions

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