An HIV-negative client who has an HIV-positive partner asks the nurse about receiving Truvada (emtricitabine and tenofovir).What information is most important to teach the client about this drug?

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Truvada is a new drug used for pre-exposure prophylaxis and appears to reduce transmission of human immune deficiency virus (HIV)from known HIV-positive people to HIV-negative people.The drug does not reduce the need for practicing safe sex.Since the drug can lead to drug resistance if used,clients will still need HIV testing every 3 months.This drug has not been taken off the market and is not used for postexposure prophylaxis.

An HIV-Negative Client Who Has an HIV-Positive Partner Asks the Nurse