Protecting against HIV exposure in family practice.
The magnitude of the AIDS epidemic is exceeding the predictions of a short time ago. Since AIDS patients are being encountered more frequently in family practice, the possibility of accidental exposure to HIV has become a source of concern. By exercising specific precautions and by minimizing misconceptions about the epidemiology of AIDS, physicians can provide reassurance and protection to their employees in the family practice setting.
Loschen
D J
DJ
York Medical Clinic, Nebraska.
D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000635:transmission; D005194:Family Practice; D006679:HIV Seropositivity / Q000635:transmission; D006266:Health Education; D006280:Health Workforce; D006701:Home Nursing; D006801:Humans; D007757:Laboratory Infection / Q000517:prevention & control; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000635:transmission; D012306:Risk; D013242:Sterilization