When an employee is HIV positive.
The occupational health nurse is the primary workplace educator in the HIV pandemic. The policies and methods used to manage the employee with HIV must protect the confidentiality of the employee without discrimination. The occupational health nurse has a unique responsibility to monitor the disease progression and respond with appropriate recommendations for psychological support, AIDS resources, employee medical leave, and disability benefits. In addition, the occupational health nurse plays a pivotal role with the primary caregiver in clinical management of the employee at the worksite.
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D015658:HIV Infections / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D009785:Occupational Health Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D010347:Patient Care Planning