Question

A pregnant woman who is infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) delivers a newborn infant, and the nurse provides instructions to help the mother regarding care of the infant. Which statement by the client would indicate the need for further instructions?

1. I will be sure to wash my hands before and after bathroom use.
2. I need to breast-feed, especially for the first 6 weeks postpartum.
3. Support groups are available to assist me with understanding my diagnosis of HIV.
4. My newborn infant should be on antiviral medications for the first 6 weeks after delivery.

Answer 1

Breastfeeding poses a significant risk of transmitting HIV from the mother to the infant through breast milk.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement that indicates the need for further instructions is I need to breast-feed, especially for the first 6 weeks postpartum. Breastfeeding poses a significant risk of transmitting HIV from the mother to the infant through breast milk. Substituting bottle feeding for breastfeeding eliminates the risk of HIV transmission through breast milk.