title: Human immunodeficiency virus and immigration status in the United States.
abstract: The number of HIV-infected immigrants is increasing in cities across the United States. A case study explores the complexities of the immigration process as it relates to HIV infection; implications for nursing practice are discussed. By understanding the immigration process, nurses are able to identify and refer illegal residents who are HIV infected to appropriate social-service agencies, thereby providing more comprehensive care to patients and their families.
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Gallagher
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004641:Emigration and Immigration / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D005260:Female; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012947:Social Work