An HIV-negative client who has an HIV-positive partner asks the nurse about receiving Truvada (emtricitabine and tenofovir). What information is most important to teach the client about this drug?
a. "Truvada does not reduce the need for safe sex practices."
b. "This drug has been taken off the market due to increases in cancer."
c. "Truvada reduces the number of HIV tests you will need."
d. "This drug is only used for postexposure prophylaxis."
ANS: A
Truvada is a new drug used for pre-exposure prophylaxis and appears to reduce transmission of human immune deficiency virus (HIV) from known HIV-positive people to HIV-negative people. The drug does not reduce the need for practicing safe sex. Since the drug can lead to drug resistance if used, clients will still need HIV testing every 3 months. This drug has not been taken off the market and is not used for postexposure prophylaxis.
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