The nurse would need to provide more client education based on which client statement?

A client on the infectious disease unit is discussing transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

The nurse would need to provide more client education based on which client statement?
A . “HIV is a virus transmitted by sexual contact.”
B . “Condoms reduce the transmission of HI
C . ”
D . “HIV is a virus that is easily transmitted by casual contact.”
E . “HIV can be transmitted to an unborn infant.”

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Answer: C

Explanation:

(A) HIV is transmitted through unprotected sexual contact.

(B) Condoms are an effective barrier to prevent HIV transmission.

(C) HIV is not easily transmitted by casual contact.

(D) HIV can be transmitted intrauterinely at the time of delivery, and by breast-feeding.