How Can Nurses Educate Patients About HIV Prevention?
Education is one of the most powerful tools in HIV prevention. Nurses should provide information on safe sex practices, including the use of condoms, regular HIV testing, and the avoidance of sharing needles. They should also inform patients about Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP), which are medications that can significantly reduce the risk of HIV infection.
