A nurse is caring for a patient with HIV infection who has been prescribed highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART).What should the nurse warn the patient that inconsistent administration of the drug can result in?

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Inconsistent administration of HAART can result in the development of resistant strains of HIV due to incomplete suppression of viral replication. It is important to emphasize the importance of following the prescribed medication regimen to prevent the development of drug-resistant strains.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with HIV Infection