A client reports unprotected sexual intercourse one week ago and is worried about HIV exposure. An initial HIV antibody screen (ELISA) is obtained. The nurse teaches the client that seroconversion to HIV positive relies on antibody production by B lymphocytes after exposure to the virus. When should the nurse recommend the client return for repeat blood testing?
A) 6 to 18 months.
B) 1 to 12 months.
C) 1 to 18 weeks.
D) 6 to 12 weeks.
Ans: D) 6 to 12 weeks.
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