A pregnant client with HIV receiving zidovudine asks the nurse why they will not test the newborn for HIV immediately after birth. Which response should the nurse provide?
A) "Since you are taking zidovudine, a test at birth will not be accurate."
B) "The tests are much more accurate when your baby gets to be 1 week old."
C) "Testing will continue until your baby is 1 year old."
D) "The most sensitive test is the one done at 6 months of age."
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