Which regimen is part of protocol to reduce perinatal transmission of HIV?
1. Intravenous zidovudine administered to the mother during the postpartum period
2. Continuous infusion of zidovudine during labor.
3. Intravenous zidovudine administered to the newborn for the first 3 days of life
4. Oral zidovudine administered to the newborn for 12 weeks following delivery
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Giving medication to the mother postpartum will not be effective in preventing transmission to the infant.
Rationale 2: Continuous infusion of zidovudine during labor is part of the protocol.
Rationale 3: Intravenous zidovudine administered to the newborn is not part of the regimen to prevent perinatal transmission of HIV.
Rationale 4: Oral zidovudine administered to the newborn for 6 weeks following delivery is part of the protocol.
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