Which action would the nurse include in a primary prevention program in the community to help reduce the incidence of HIV infection?
A) Provide treatment for clients who test positive for HIV
B) Monitor viral load counts periodically
C) Educate clients about how to practice safe sex
D) Offer testing for clients who practice unsafe sex
C
Response:
Primary prevention involves preventing disease before it occurs. Therefore, educating clients about safe sex practices would be an example of a primary prevention strategy. Providing treatment for clients who test positive for HIV, monitoring viral loads periodically, and offering testing for clients who practice unprotected sex are examples of secondary preventive strategies, which focus on early detection and treatment of adverse health conditions.
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