A client admits to being HIV-positive, and that she is at about 16 weeks' gestation. Which statements made by the client indicate an understanding of the plan of care both during the pregnancy and postpartally? Select all that apply
1. "I will take my Zidovudine (ZVD) at the same time every day."
2. "During labor and delivery, I can expect the Zidovudine (ZVD) to be given in my IV."
3. "After delivery, the dose of Zidovudine (ZVD) will be doubled to prevent further infection."
4. "My baby will be started on Zidovudine (ZVD) within 12 hours of delivery."
Correct
1; 2; 4
Rationale:
1. The initial treatment is ZVD orally every day. It is recommended, to keep the level consistent, that dosages be taken consistently
2. During the labor and delivery process, the doses will be given intravenously.
3. The mother will continue with her oral dosage of ZVD after delivery just as prior to delivery.
4.Within 8–12 hours after delivery, the infant is begun on ZVD and kept on the medication a minimum of 6 weeks.
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