Sexual activity and knowledge of safe sex reported by HIV-infected persons receiving home care.
Sexual activity and knowledge of safe sex were assessed for 57 human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected persons on admission to home care. More than one third of the individuals providing information were sexually active; 72% of the sexually active persons reported that they practiced safe sex. Definitions of safe sex were inconsistent, particularly regarding safety of oral sex. Needs for counseling on safe sex of HIV-infected persons receiving home care practices were clearly evident.
Nickel
J T
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Ohio State University College of Nursing, Columbus, USA. nickel.l@osu.edu
Salsberry
P J
PJ
O'Connell
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D000328:Adult; D003152:Community Health Nursing; D005260:Female; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000635:transmission; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006699:Home Care Services; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012736:Sex Education; D012725:Sexual Behavior; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires