Injection drug users are at risk for other health complications. This population represents a rapidly growing source of new cases of AIDS. Emphasis is being placed on reducing the transmission of this disease through contaminated needles
A community health nurse can provide education about: 1. How and where to acquire safe needles
2. The proper way to use a needle and possible injection sites
3. AIDS transmission via heterosexual and homosexual activities
4. Cleaning needles with bleach between uses and needle exchange programs
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AIDS transmission via heterosexual and homosexual activities is the best and most realistic an-swer.
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