A woman requested an HIV test, and the test was positive. This indicates that:
A. the patient has been infected with HIV but cannot be infectious to other persons because she does not have AIDS.
B. the patient has been infected with HIV; her blood, vaginal secretions, and, if she becomes pregnant, breast milk can infect other persons.
C. The patient has AIDS.
D. The patient can prevent progression of HIV infection by refraining from sexual activity and eating a well-balanced diet.
B
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