To determine: The groups that need to be focused for education about HIV transmission.
Introduction: HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus that infects and causes Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) in humans. It leads to failure of immune system. It is transmitted though body fluids such as blood, semen, rectal fluid, sharing injecting equipment, and from mother to child.
To make: A mock pamphlet that states the HIV problem detailing the statistics in United States and provides information to prevent HIV transmission.
Introduction: HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus that infects and causes Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) in humans. It leads to failure of immune system. It is transmitted though body fluids such as blood, semen, rectal fluid, sharing injecting equipment, and from mother to child.
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- Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative a...NursingISBN:9781305964792Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy CorreaPublisher:Cengage Learning